Seneca Myths and Folk Tales - Hardcover

by Arthur Caswell Parker (Author), William N. Fenton (Introduction by)

Seneca Myths and Folk Tales is a collection of traditional stories and legends from the Seneca people, a Native American tribe from the northeastern United States. The book, compiled by Arthur Caswell Parker, a Seneca anthropologist and historian, includes tales of creation, heroism, and trickery, as well as accounts of historical events and cultural practices. The stories are told in a simple, engaging style and offer insights into the Seneca worldview and way of life. The book also includes an introduction by Parker that provides context for the stories and discusses the importance of preserving Native American cultural traditions. Seneca Myths and Folk Tales is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American cultures and folklore, as well as for those studying anthropology, history, or literature.From The Buffalo Historical Society Publications, V27.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.