The Indian peopled the world with wonder-folk --gods and monsters, ghosts and spirits. His myths give us a glimpse into his thought. They are his oral literature, the wisdom of the elder-men, handed down by mouth. The myths are taken from the lore of several tribes. A brief explanatory note accompanies every story. Each note explains some custom or belief of Indian life or some fact of woodcraft mentioned in the story.

"Religion and Culture in Native America presents an introduction to a diverse array of Indigenous religious and cultural practices in North America, focusing on those issues in which tribal communities themselves are currently invested. These topics include climate change, water rights, the protection of sacred places, the reclaiming of Indigenous foods, health and wellness, social justice, and the safety of Indigenous women and girls. Locating such...

A collection of traditional tales from the Indians of Arizona, arranged in the categories "Why Animals Are the Way They Are," "Why Our World Is Like It Is," "Great Troubles and Great Heroes," "People Can Turn Into Anything," "Brother Coyote," and "There Is Magic All Around Us."

Squanto is kidnapped to England and put on display, until he escapes and is aided in his return to America by friendly monks.

"A collection of Zuñi Folk Tales retold for children"--Introduction.