American Indian Trickster Tales
American Indian Trickster Tales by Richard Erdoes is a unique collection published by Viking in 1998, featuring 296 pages of illustrated stories that delve into the world of Native American folklore. This edition presents over one hundred tales centered around trickster characters such as Coyote, Iktomi, and Veeho, showcasing narratives that span several centuries across the North American continent.
Readers will discover a rich tapestry of stories that highlight the diverse trickster figures from sixty different tribes, each embodying various traits and cultural significance. The book explores themes related to history, social sciences, and folklore, offering insights into the political and social landscapes of Native American cultures. This illustrated compilation serves as a companion volume to American Indian Myths and Legends, providing a deeper understanding of the trickster archetype within Native American storytelling traditions.
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One hundred illustrated stories on Indian tricksters. The characters include Coyote, a master thief and insatiable lover; Iktomi, a shapeshifting Lakota spiderman; and Veeho, the Cheyenne daredevil. Spanning several centuries and the whole North American continent, a unique, illustrated collection of more than one hundred Native American folktales featuring the tricksters of sixty tribes is a companion volume to American Indian Myths and Legends. 15,000 first printing.
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