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The Pawnee Mythology, Part I

The Pawnee Mythology, Part I

Dorsey, George A.

Paperback

AnthropologyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1162962305
ISBN13: 9781162962306
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 556
Weight: 1.62
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Pawnee Mythology, Part I is a comprehensive book written by George A. Dorsey, which explores the myths and legends of the Pawnee people, a Native American tribe that inhabited the Great Plains region of North America. The book is divided into two parts, with Part I focusing on the creation myths and origin stories of the Pawnee tribe.The book begins with an introduction to the Pawnee people and their culture, including their social structure, religious beliefs, and worldview. Dorsey then delves into the creation myths of the Pawnee, which explain how the world and its inhabitants came into existence. These myths involve a complex pantheon of gods and spirits, including the Great Spirit Tirawa, who created the world and all living things.Throughout the book, Dorsey provides detailed descriptions of the various gods and spirits in the Pawnee pantheon, as well as their roles in the creation myths and other stories. He also includes numerous legends and tales that illustrate the Pawnee worldview and offer insights into their culture and traditions.Overall, The Pawnee Mythology, Part I is a fascinating and informative book that provides a unique perspective on the myths and legends of one of North America's indigenous peoples. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American mythology, history, and culture.Collected Under The Auspices Of The Carnegie Institution Of Washington. Tales Of The Pawnee Indians, Who Farmed And Hunted And Lived In Earth-Covered Lodges Along The Platte River In Nebraska.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.

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