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The Indians' Book: Songs and Legends of the American Indians,Used
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A book created wholly by the American Indian songs, myths, drawings and decorations based on traditional designs The Indians Book is a treasury of lore for general readers, for teachers, for folk singers. Its musical and folk material derives directly from the Indian oral tradition and is presented exactly as Miss Curtis recorded it.The 149 songs the traditional music of 18 tribes are today irreplaceable; so much of this material has disappeared since Miss Curtis collected it. Songs of war and love, hunting songs, barter songs, songs to cure the sick, corngrinding songs, "hand game" songs, cradle songs, holy or "medicine" songs and ceremonial songs were collected by Miss Curtis from Plains, Lake, Northwestern, Southwestern, and Pueblo Indians: Wabanaki, Dakota, Winnebago, Pawnee, Kwakiutl, Acoma, Navajo, Apache, Pima, Hopi, Yuma, Arapaho, Kiowa, MojaveApache, Zui, San Juan, Laguna, Cheyenne. The texts are written out in both the native language and English, and the melody for each song is provided. Indian myths have been faithfully taken down directly from Indian story tellers. There are creation myths; myths explaining the origin of corn, the sun and moon, the four winds, and other natural phenomena; folktales and animal stories of unusual charm. Fullage drawings, designs for title pages, and decorations all created by the Indians themselves, and 23 photographs (rituals in progress, families, individuals) taken by the editor illustrate the book.
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- Q: How many pages does 'The Indians' Book' have? A: This book contains six hundred seventy-two pages, making it a comprehensive collection of songs and legends.
- Q: What are the dimensions of 'The Indians' Book'? A: The book measures six inches in length, one and a half inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Indians' Book is published in paperback binding, allowing for flexibility and ease of use.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Indians' Book'? A: The book is authored by Natalie Curtis, who dedicated her work to preserving Native American culture.
- Q: What themes are covered in 'The Indians' Book'? A: The book explores themes of songs, myths, and traditional designs from various American Indian tribes.
- Q: How do I read 'The Indians' Book'? A: You can read this book in any comfortable setting, as it features both English translations and original Native American languages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: Yes, 'The Indians' Book' is suitable for children, offering educational content about Native American culture.
- Q: Can this book be used for educational purposes? A: Absolutely, this book serves as a valuable resource for teachers and students interested in folk traditions.
- Q: Are there illustrations in 'The Indians' Book'? A: Yes, the book includes full-age drawings and photographs illustrating rituals and cultural aspects.
- Q: How should I store 'The Indians' Book'? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight to preserve its binding and pages.
- Q: Can I clean 'The Indians' Book' if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a dry cloth to clean any surface dirt.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange policy.
- Q: Is there a warranty for 'The Indians' Book'? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty, but check the seller's policy for specifics.
- Q: How does 'The Indians' Book' compare to other folk literature? A: This book uniquely focuses on Native American songs and myths, setting it apart from general folk literature.
- Q: What age group is 'The Indians' Book' best suited for? A: The book is suitable for readers of all ages, especially those interested in folklore and cultural history.