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Karuk Indian Myths

Karuk Indian Myths

Harrington, John P.

Hardcover

AnthropologyMythology & FolkloreFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1168676169
ISBN13: 9781168676160
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 50
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Karuk Indian Myths is a book written by John P. Harrington that delves into the myths and folklore of the Karuk people, a Native American tribe from California. The book is a collection of stories, legends, and myths that were passed down orally from generation to generation within the Karuk community. The book covers a wide range of topics, including creation myths, stories about the supernatural, and tales of heroes and villains. The stories are told in a simple, straightforward manner, but they are rich in detail and provide a glimpse into the Karuk people's beliefs, values, and way of life. Harrington, who was a linguist and ethnographer, spent several years living among the Karuk people and recording their stories. He was able to capture the nuances of the Karuk language and translate the stories into English, making them accessible to a wider audience. Overall, Karuk Indian Myths is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Native American culture and mythology. It provides a unique perspective on the Karuk people's history and traditions and sheds light on the rich cultural heritage of this indigenous community.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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