Echoes Of The Forest: American Indian Legends

By William Edgar Brown

Book Overview

Echoes of the Forest: American Indian Legends is a book written by William Edgar Brown that explores the rich folklore and mythology of Native American tribes. The book is a compilation of stories that have been passed down through generations, and it offers readers a glimpse into the spiritual beliefs and cultural traditions of various tribes across North America. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different tribe and their unique stories. Some of the tribes featured in the book include the Cherokee, Navajo, Sioux, and Hopi. The stories themselves range from creation myths and tales of heroes and villains to cautionary tales and legends about the natural world. Throughout the book, Brown provides historical context and background information on each tribe and their beliefs, as well as insights into the symbolism and meaning behind each story. The book also includes beautiful illustrations that bring the stories to life and help readers visualize the world of the Native American tribes. Overall, Echoes of the Forest: American Indian Legends is a fascinating and informative read that offers a deeper understanding of Native American culture and tradition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, folklore, or Native American history.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: 1417957638
• ISBN13: 9781417957637
• Release Date: April 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"