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The Myths of the North American Indians, Classics To Go

The myths and legends of the Algonquins, Iroquois, Pawnees, Sioux, and northern and northwestern Indians offer rich insights into the character and beliefs of the tribes that once dominated extensive territories of North America. The distinguished British anthropologist and folklorist Lewis Spence has collected many of the most interesting and compelling of these myths and presented them here according to ethnic grouping, prefacing the collection with important historical and ethnological information that will give the reader an accurate view of the conditions under which these fascinating tribal cultures once flourished.

Lewis Spence

Lewis Spence (25 November 1874 – 3 March 1955) was a Scottish historian, folklorist, and prolific author known for his work on mythology, folklore, ancient civilizations, and the occult. He made significant contributions to the understanding of various historical and cultural subjects.

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