Opler conducted field work among the Chiricahuas in the American Southwest, as he had earlier among the Jicarillas. The result is a definitive collection of their myths. They range from an account of the world destroyed by water to descriptions of puberty rites and wonderful contests. The exploits of culture heroes involve the slaying of monsters and the assistance of Coyote. A large part of the book is devoted to the irrepressible Coyote, whose antics make cautionary tales for the young, tales that also allow harmless expression of the taboo. Other striking stories present supernatural beings and "foolish people."
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Opler conducted field work among the Chiricahuas in the American Southwest, as he had earlier among the Jicarillas. The result is a definitive collection of their myths. They range from an account of the world destroyed by water to descriptions of puberty rites and wonderful contests. The exploits of culture heroes involve the slaying of monsters and the assistance of Coyote. A large part of the book is devoted to the irrepressible Coyote, whose antics make cautionary tales for the young, tales that also allow harmless expression of the taboo. Other striking stories present supernatural beings and "foolish people."
Imprint | University of Nebraska Press |
Country of origin | United States |
Series | Sources of American Indian Oral Literature |
Release date | December 1994 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | December 1994 |
Authors | Morris Edward Opler |
Introduction by | Scott Rushforth |
Dimensions | 229 x 152 x 8mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback - Trade |
Pages | 115 |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-8032-8602-3 |
Barcode | 9780803286023 |
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LSN | 0-8032-8602-3 |