Alsea Texts And Myths

By Leo Frachtenberg and Leo Joachim Frachtenberg

Book Overview

Alsea Texts and Myths is a book written by Leo J. Frachtenberg, an American anthropologist who studied the Alsea tribe of Native Americans in Oregon. The book is a collection of traditional stories, legends, and myths of the Alsea people, which Frachtenberg recorded and translated into English. The stories provide insight into the Alsea culture, beliefs, and values, as well as their relationships with the natural world and other tribes. The book includes detailed annotations and analysis by Frachtenberg, providing context and interpretation of the stories. Alsea Texts and Myths is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, folklore, and mythology.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163099775
• ISBN13: 9781163099773
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 306 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"