Passed down from generation to generation, the myths and rituals of Native Americans form a rich religious and cultural base from which all members of each soci

Presents detailed coverage of the deities, legendary heroes and heroines, important animals, objects, and places that make up the mythic lore of the many people

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The beliefs of many Native American peoples emphasize a close relationship between people and the natural world, including geographical features such as mountai

An encylopedia of names, places, and subjects in the mythology of native people from North and South America, with over 1500 entries.