The Indian Fairy Book: From the Original Legends by Cornelius Mathews
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Mathews, Cornelius, 1817-1889
English
"The Indian Fairy Book: From the Original Legends" by Cornelius Mathews is a collection of tales inspired by Native American folklore, compiled and developed in the late 19th century. This anthology seeks to present these enchanting stories in a manner comparable to classic fairy tales from around the world, celebrating their romantic and fantastic...
and imaginative storytelling of Indigenous cultures. At the start of this volume, readers are introduced to various characters and the themes that will unfold throughout the tales. In "The Celestial Sisters," we meet Waupee, the skilled hunter, who becomes enamored with the mystical sisters he sees dancing in a magical ring. His longing leads to a journey of love and loss as he transforms himself to entice the sisters, ultimately facing the cosmic consequences of his desires. Other stories explore the bravery of the young boy who attempts to capture the sun, the challenges faced by Strong Desire as he proves his courage, and the whimsical adventures of Grasshopper. Each tale is rich in metaphor and seeks to convey moral lessons inherent in the culture, captivating readers with the magic and mystery of these timeless legends. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
James Carter
4 months agoInitially overlooked, this book the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. A solid resource I will return to often.
Steven Nelson
2 months agoFor a digital edition, the organization of topics is intuitive and reader-friendly. This turned out to be a great decision.
Joseph Green
3 weeks agoAfter hearing about this multiple times, the depth of coverage exceeded my expectations. I learned so much from this.
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Nancy Perez
4 months agoBelieve the hype, the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. It was exactly what I needed right now.