Cherokee Legends and Folklore : Timeless Stories from the Heart of Native Americans by A.S. Mapa
English | March 16, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0F1ND3TBC | 117 pages | EPUB | 0.63 Mb
English | March 16, 2025 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0F1ND3TBC | 117 pages | EPUB | 0.63 Mb
In "Cherokee Legends and Folklore," a complete collection that brings to life the ancient Cherokee wisdom, spiritual beliefs, and cultural identity, you can become immersed in the rich tapestry of Native American history. This collection of carefully chosen stories takes you to the misty mountains of Appalachia, where stories told from generation to generation show deep truths about the world and ourselves.
Cherokee Legends and Folklore, "invites you to go on a startling journey and discover the following myths:
- Nunnehi: Guardians of the Cherokee
- Yunwi Tsunsdi: Guardians of the Cherokee Land
- A Cherokee Creation Tale
- Aganunitsi: The Quest for the Ulunsuti
- The Legend of Sun Goddess Unelanuhi
- The Uktena: The Great Horned Serpent
Let's talk about why you should get this book. Because in these pages you'll find the real voice of a proud people whose stories explain the most important things in life, like how the world got started and why some animals look the way they do. These aren't just stories; they show a complex view of the world that has stood the test of time for hundreds of years.
There is cultural background information for each story that lets you experience them as the people who first heard them would have, without having to rely on glossaries or notes that explain things that get in the way. This way of doing things makes reading more interesting and respects both the stories and your knowledge as a reader.
Besides being fun, these stories have surprising psychology lessons about how people grow, family relationships, and community ties that feel surprisingly modern even though they come from very old times. There are deep facts about people that the Cherokee knew that are still very true today.
This collection is a real cultural treasure for people who are interested in folklore, Native American studies, or just good stories. The book is great for both casual readers and serious folklore students because it is both scholarly and easy to read.
"Cherokee Legends and Folklore" is more than just a book; it's a trip into a rich oral tradition that has kept a people going through hundreds of years of change. These stories have been told for a long time because they touch on something important about being human. They're now waiting for you to find them.