Mythology of the Blackfoot Indians

by D.C. Duvall, Clark Wissler, D C Duvall

Book Overview

Mythology of the Blackfoot Indians , originally published in 1908 by the American Museum of Natural History, introduces such figures as Old Man, Scar-Face, Blood-Clot, and the Seven Brothers. Included are tales with ritualistic origins emphasizing the prototypical Beaver-Medicine and the roles played by Elk-Woman and Otter-Woman, and a presentation of Star Myths, which reveal the astronomical knowledge of the Blackfoot Indians. Narratives about Raven,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0803297629
• ISBN13: 9780803297623
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: Unp - Bison Books
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

GOOD BOOK!

I really liked this book! I loved all the myths and I liked learning more about the Blackfeet Indians and their culture and beliefs. I also recommend The Amazing Death of Calf Shirt and other Blackfoot Stories.