Includes bibliographical references (p. 48-52) and index. Myth or legend? -- Native North Americans -- Tales of the great hare -- The quest for healing -- The crying that defeated a God -- Black bird, bright skies -- The curse of the snake's meat -- The giant of the logging camps -- The man who planted trees -- The king of the wild frontier -- Mama and the hairy man -- Brer Rabbit and the tar baby -- When people had wings -- Coyote and the story of death -- Myths and legends resources -- Who's who in myths and legends -- Myths and legends glossary. A collection of traditional tales from North America, reflecting the cultures of Native Americans, European settlers, and African Americans.
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