Myths of the Iroquois. (1883 N 02 / 1880-1881 (pages 47-116)) by Erminnie A. Smith
"Myths of the Iroquois" by Erminnie A. Smith is a collection of indigenous myths and folklore written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the rich tapestry of Iroquois mythology, exploring their gods, supernatural beings, and traditional narratives that convey their cultural heritage. It aims to preserve the stories that form the backbone of Iroquois identity and spirituality as they intersect with the natural world. The opening of the workbegins with an exploration of the Iroquois pantheon, highlighting gods like Hi-nun, the Thunder God, who plays a protective role against formidable creatures of legend. Smith discusses the complexity of Iroquois spirituality, which encompasses a multitude of deities and natural forces revered for their influence over life. She also introduces the concept of mythical transformations, such as the contrasting roles of the benevolent West Wind and the destructive North Wind. These themes set the stage for a deeper understanding of the narratives that follow, which elaborate on the origins of sacred rituals, moral lessons, and explanations of natural phenomena, all integral to the Iroquois way of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Smith, Erminnie A. (Erminnie Adele), 1836-1886 |
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| Title | Myths of the Iroquois. (1883 N 02 / 1880-1881 (pages 47-116)) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by PM for Bureau of American Ethnology, The Internet Archive (American Libraries) and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at http://gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Iroquois Indians -- Folklore |
| Subject | Iroquois mythology |
| Subject | Legends -- New York (State) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46140 |
| Release Date | Jun 29, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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