John Bierhorst: 2 books
The Red Swan
Myths and Tales of the American Indians
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 1976
The best of the American Indian myths are works of art, blending form and content into an organic whole in which the great themes of human experience are interwoven much as they are in a memorable short story or novella. But if the underlying themes are similar, the metaphorical and narrative conventions...
Latin American Folktales
Stories from Hispanic and Indian Traditions
Language: English
Release Date: December 18, 2007
Over one hundred stories showcasing the wisdom and artistry of one the world’s richest folktale traditions—the first panoramic anthology of Hispano-American folk narratives in any language.
Gathered from twenty countries and combining the lore of medieval Europe, the ancient Near East,...