Zuni Folktales is a collection of traditional stories from the Zuni, a Native American people who live in the American southwest, mainly in the modern states of New Mexico and Arizona.
These stories are a part of a larger group of oral tradition. As such, there are no "definitive" versions of these tales, and the ones in this book are simply one possible version of the stories.
Like traditional stories from other cultures, the tales from this collection often seek to teach something to the listener: how to behave, a moral lesson, or an explanation of natural phenomena.
Frank Hamilton Cushing was an anthropologist who went on an expedition to collect data and artifacts from Native American cultures, which led him to do significant work on the Zuni people. The tales that he collected in this volume were told to him by Zuni natives.
Perfect for readers fascinated by Native American culture and oral storytelling traditions, this authentic collection offers rare insight into the wisdom and worldview of the Zuni people. Frank Hamilton Cushing's careful preservation of these timeless tales makes this an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand indigenous American heritage and the powerful lessons embedded in traditional folklore.
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