Includes bibliographical references (p. 48-52) and index. Myth or legend? -- The myths and legends of South America -- How the stars came -- Fire and the jaguar -- A world of endless skies -- Earth, fire, and flood -- The Inca: chosen people of the sun -- The voyage of the poppykettle -- Asare and the alligators -- Myths and legends resources -- Who's who in myths and legends -- Myths and legends glossary. Retells some traditional stories from various native peoples of South America, including the Kayapo, Sherente, Caraja, Bororo, and Tupinambe.
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