Dictionary of Native American Mythology

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Dictionary of Native American Mythology includes over 1,000 colorful, sometimes earthy, and always intriguing entries. Using the carefully chosen cross references, readers can quickly access the meanings of hundreds of elements of lore-from names, phrases, and symbols to images, motifs, and themes. Ten territory maps, which pinpoint exact locations of the tribes mentioned in the text, and a tribal index enhance this volume's usefulness. The bibliography is the most extensive ever compiled on the subject. A delight to the casual browser, and indispensable for anyone interested in the study of Native American cultures.

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"A comprehensive bibliography and index by tribe complete this excellent reference work." - Library Journal "An important new work ... Recommended for all Native American, religion, and folklore collections." - Choice

Author Bio

Sam D. Gill is professor of religious studies at the University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, CO. Irene F. Sullivan has lived and worked extensively among native peoples of Alaska and northern Canada.da.