Myths of the Cherokee
Illustrated EditionBy James Mooney
Length33h 23m
About this audiobook
In "Myths of the Cherokee," James Mooney intricately weaves a tapestry of rich narratives that delve into the spiritual and cultural heritage of the Cherokee people. Drawing from extensive fieldwork and oral histories, Mooney presents a collection of myths that encapsulate the tribe's beliefs, worldviews, and societal norms. His keen eye for detail and empathetic literary style not only preserves these stories but also provides readers with insight into the ongoing interplay between Cherokee identity and their ancestral tales. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century America, this work reflects broader themes of indigenous survival and adaptation amidst the encroaching pressures of modernization. James Mooney was a pioneering ethnographer whose depth of understanding of Native American cultures was largely shaped by his interactions with the Cherokee. His dedication to documenting and preserving their narratives stemmed from a deep respect for their societal intricacies and a desire to counteract the misrepresentations prevalent in contemporary literature. Mooney's commitment to authenticity and cultural appreciation is evident throughout his meticulous research and writing. Ideal for scholars, students, and anyone fascinated by indigenous cultures, "Myths of the Cherokee" acts as both a valuable academic resource and an engaging narrative anthology. Readers are encouraged to immerse themselves in the world of the Cherokee, gaining a profound appreciation for the myths that have shaped their cultural landscape and resonate with universal themes of creation, morality, and existence.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.3 (336)
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GenreLiterary Classics
Length33 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 14, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2I. Introduction
3The Traditionary Period
4The Period of Spanish Exploration—1540–?
5The Colonial and Revolutionary Period—1654–1784
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6From the First Treaty to the Removal—1785–1838 (pt. 1)
7From the First Treaty to the Removal—1785–1838 (pt. 2)
8The Removal—1838–39
9The Arkansas Band—1817–1838
10The Texas Band—1817–1900
11The Cherokee Nation in the West—1840–1900
12The Eastern Band
13III. Notes to the Historical Sketch (pt. 1)
14III. Notes to the Historical Sketch (pt. 2)
15IV. Stories and Story Tellers
161. How the World was Made
172. The First Fire
183. Kana′tĭ and Selu: The Origin of Game and Corn
194. Origin of Disease and Medicine
205. The Daughter of the Sun
216. How They Brought Back the Tobacco
227. The Journey to the Sunrise
238. The Moon and the Thunders
249. What the Stars are Like
2510. Origin of the Pleiades and the Pine
2611. The Milky Way
2712. Origin of Strawberries
2813. The Great Yellow-jacket: Origin of Fish and Frogs
2914. The Deluge
3015. The Fourfooted Tribes
3116. The Rabbit Goes Duck Hunting
3217. How the Rabbit Stole the Otter’s Coat
3318. Why the Possum’s Tail is Bare
3419. How the Wildcat Caught the Gobbler
3520. How the Terrapin Beat the Rabbit
3621. The Rabbit and the Tar Wolf
3722. The Rabbit and the Possum After a Wife
3823. The Rabbit Dines the Bear
3924. The Rabbit Escapes from the Wolves
4025. Flint Visits the Rabbit
4126. How the Deer Got His Horns
4227. Why the Deer’s Teeth are Blunt
4328. What Became of the Rabbit
4429. Why the Mink Smells
4530. Why the Mole Lives Underground
4631. The Terrapin’s Escape from the Wolves
4732. Origin of the Groundhog Dance: The Groundhog’s Head
4833. The Migration of the Animals
4934. The Wolf’s Revenge—The Wolf and the Dog
5035. The Bird Tribes
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