White Wolf Woman

By Teresa Pijoan

Book Overview

These stories of healing involve persons with the incredible ability to transform into powerful animals.With the aid of more than 40 myths from the oral traditions of 30 Native American tribes, ranging from the Eskimos to the Indians of Guiana, Pijoan invites readers to take a close look at the common spirit that binds together all forms of life. The native American heroes and heroines in these myths, imbued with the strength of this common spirit, possess the power to transform themselves into snakes, birds, bears, wolves, and occasionally, as in the Sikyatki tale "Water Jar Boy," into everyday objects. This Native American folktale will teach readers the importance of courage and resourcefulness.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0874832004
• ISBN13: 9780874832006
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: August House Publishers
• Length: 168 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.5" x 8.4"
• Age Range: 11 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 6 and higher

Customer Reviews

White Wolf Woman - Native American Myths

An excellent book. Weel researched and well written. Great for both child and adult. The stories are short but, very captivating. Lots of information not normally found in other books. Well worth the read.

Wonderful Book

i have own this book for several years, given to me by my grandmother (i'm Beth's daughter, her mother gave the book to me) and i recommend it to anyone who adores hearing about the Native American stories, or wants to compare these stories to European books. The White Wolf Woman story is my favorite one.