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From the preface: "This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore... Read Full Overview

American Hero-Myths: A Study In The Native Religions Of The Western Continent. This book is a result of an effort made by us towards making a contribution to the preservation and repair of original classic literature. In an attempt to preserve, improve and recreate the original... Read Full Overview

"American Hero-Myths" from Daniel Garrison Brinton. American archaeologist and ethnologist (1837 - 1899).

American Hero Myths is a book written by Daniel G. Brinton that explores the myths and legends surrounding American heroes. The book delves into the stories of famous figures such as Davy Crockett, Paul Bunyan, and John Henry, as well as lesser-known heroes like Hiawatha and... Read Full Overview

American Hero Myths is a book written by Daniel G. Brinton that explores the myths and legends of American heroes. The book examines the stories of well-known figures such as George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Davy Crockett, as well as lesser-known heroes like Hiawatha... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely... Read Full Overview

This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore been done in this... Read Full Overview

This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore been done in this... Read Full Overview

From the preface: "This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore... Read Full Overview

This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore been done in this... Read Full Overview

This little volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. So little has heretofore been done in this... Read Full Overview