The Story of Hiawatha, Adapted from Longfellow
An Evocative Exploration of Native American Heritage and LoreBy Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Winston Stokes
Length5h 11m
About this audiobook
The Story of Hiawatha, Adapted from Longfellow presents a harmonious collection embodying the richness and complexity of Longfellow's renowned epic, 'The Song of Hiawatha.' This anthology captures the narrative poetry's legendary themes of heroism, nature, and mythology while condensing them into a focused lens accessible to modern readers. The inclusion of diverse adaptations and interpretations within this literary collection showcases a variety of stylistic approaches, from evocative free verse to structured lyrical narrations, offering a broad spectrum of emotional and intellectual experiences. These standout pieces, when viewed collectively, illuminate the shared heritage of storytelling that transcends cultural and temporal boundaries. The contributing authors and editors, including the eminent Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and the meticulous adaptations by Winston Stokes, bring to life the 19th-century Romantic movement's vibrancy within the anthology. Their works echo the broader literary and cultural conversations of their time, infusing the collection with both personal insight and universal relevance. This assembly of voices reflects an intricate tapestry of influences, highlighting Native American cultural motifs and European literary techniques, creating a dialogue that respects tradition while inviting innovation. This anthology offers readers the unique opportunity to explore Longfellow'Äôs mythic world and Stokes' interpretative genius in a singular cohesive volume. Through its thoughtful curation and rich thematic exploration, The Story of Hiawatha serves as both an educational tool and a wellspring of inspiration, fostering an appreciation for narrative poetry and its power to bridge disparate cultures and eras. This compilation not only entertains but also encourages readers to engage with its medley of interpretations and insights, enhancing their understanding of the themes while reveling in the beauty of poetic expression.
Audiobook details
GenrePoetry, Literary Classics
Length5 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 25, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
27XXII: HIAWATHA'S DEPARTURE
2PREFACE
28THE SONG OF HIAWATHA
3CONTENTS: THE STORY OF HIAWATHA
29INTRODUCTION
4CONTENTS: THE SONG OF HIAWATHA
30THE SONG OF HIAWATHA
5ILLUSTRATIONS
31I: THE PEACE-PIPE
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6I: THE PEACE-PIPE
32II: THE FOUR WINDS
7II: THE FOUR WINDS
33III: HIAWATHA'S CHILDHOOD
8III: HIAWATHA'S CHILDHOOD
34IV: HIAWATHA AND MUDJEKEEWIS
9IV: HIAWATHA AND MUDJEKEEWIS
35V: HIAWATHA'S FASTING
10V: HIAWATHA'S FASTING
36VI: HIAWATHA'S FRIENDS
11VI: HIAWATHA'S FRIENDS
37VII: HIAWATHA'S SAILING
12VII: HIAWATHA'S SAILING
38VIII: HIAWATHA'S FISHING
13VIII: HIAWATHA'S FISHING
39IX: HIAWATHA AND THE PEARL-FEATHER
14IX: HIAWATHA AND THE PEARL-FEATHER
40X: HIAWATHA'S WOOING
15X: HIAWATHA'S WOOING
41XI: HIAWATHA'S WEDDING FEAST
16XI: HIAWATHA'S WEDDING FEAST
42XII: THE SON OF THE EVENING STAR
17XII: THE SON OF THE EVENING STAR
43XIII: BLESSING THE CORNFIELDS
18XIII: BLESSING THE CORNFIELDS
44XIV: PICTURE-WRITING
19XIV: PICTURE-WRITING
45XV: HIAWATHA'S LAMENTATION
20XV: HIAWATHA'S LAMENTATION
46XVI: PAU-PUK-KEEWIS
21XVI: PAU-PUK-KEEWIS
47XVII: THE HUNTING OF PAU-PUK-KEEWIS
22XVII: THE HUNTING OF PAU-PUK-KEEWIS
48XVIII: THE DEATH OF KWASIND
23XVIII: THE DEATH OF KWASIND
49XIX: THE GHOSTS
24XIX: THE GHOSTS
50XX: THE FAMINE
25XX: THE FAMINE
51XXI: THE WHITE MAN'S FOOT
26XXI: THE WHITE MAN'S FOOT
52XXII: HIAWATHA'S DEPARTURE
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