indian mythology

A collection of Native American folklore and legends interweaving the historical background of several Indian cultures with magical stories.

Presents a selection of myths from Mexico, Peru, and the Maya people, and explores the meaning and significance of mythology in those cultures.

Presents thirteen creation stories from Native American tribes, with notes that put them in the context of the culture and beliefs of the tribes.

Provides brief background information on Mesoamerican religion and features three of the region's myths: the Mayan tale of the hero twins and two Aztec stories about the creation of the world, sun, moon, and human beings. Presented in comic book form.

Contains alphabetically arranged entries that provide information about the mythological deities, characters, themes, rituals, and beliefs of Mesoamerican society; features an essay that examines the history and belief system of Mesoamerican culture; and includes a chronology, bibliographies, a glossary, and index.

Presents a collection of mythical stories and histories of the Cherokee, Kickapoo, Kiowa, and Tigua Indian nations of North America.

This book focuses on the myths and tales of the Algonquins and Iroquois, Native Americans who originally occupied the entire region of what is now Canada and the eastern coast of the United States and whose creation myths tell of the world in which they live.

Presents an introduction to Mesoamerican mythology, providing information on their origins and the role they play in the culture and society of Mesoamerica. Includes illustrations and examples of myths.