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The Mythology Of North America
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The Growing Economic And Political Influence Of Native American Tribes Has Brought Religious Issues, Once Little Noted, Increasingly To The Fore. Timeless In Their Basic Structures, The Continent'S Principal Myths Are Now Emerging As Sacred Histories That Have Contemporary Significance.In This Wideranging Volume, John Bierhorst Carefully Delineates Eleven Mythological Regionsfrom The Arctic To The Southwest And From California To The East Coastpresenting The Gods, Heroes, And Primary Myths Of Each Area. First Published In 1985, This Indispensable Guide Has Been Updated To Reflect The Latest Scholarship In Native Studies. In A New Afterword, Bierhorst Describes The Recent Impact Of Ancient Myths In The Arena Of American Indian Affairs And Shows How Native Americans Have Successfully Used Mythology As Oral Evidence To Reclaim Land Rights And To Repatriate Grave Goods. Citing Specific Cases, He Shows How New Legislation And Changing Attitudes Have Provided A Basis For Bringing Myth To The Negotiating Table And Into The Courtroom.Detailed Maps Show Tribal Locations And The Distribution Of Key Stories. Indian Artworks Illustrate The Texts And Samples Of Differing Narrative Styles Add Enrichment, As Some Of The World'S Purest And Most Powerful Myths Are Made More Accessibleand More Meaningfulthan Ever Before.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'The Mythology of North America' about? A: 'The Mythology of North America' explores the growing influence of Native American tribes and highlights the significance of their myths in contemporary contexts, including land rights and cultural revival.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Mythology of North America' is John Bierhorst, a noted scholar in Native studies.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: 'The Mythology of North America' has a total of 280 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Mythology of North America' was published on August 22, 2002.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in mythology? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible and provides a comprehensive overview of North American myths, making it suitable for both beginners and those with prior knowledge.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: Yes, 'The Mythology of North America' includes detailed maps showing tribal locations and Indian artworks that illustrate the text.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the book? A: The main themes include the principal myths from various regions of North America, the role of mythology in Native American identity, and contemporary issues related to land rights and cultural heritage.
- Q: Is this book updated with recent scholarship? A: Yes, the book has been updated to reflect the latest scholarship in Native studies, incorporating new insights and perspectives.
- Q: Can this book be used for academic purposes? A: Yes, 'The Mythology of North America' is a well-researched guide that can be used for academic study and reference in courses related to mythology, anthropology, and Native American studies.