American Indian Myths and Legends Description More than 160 tales from eighty tribal groups present a rich and lively panorama of the Native American mythic heritage. From across the continent comes tales of creation and love; heroes and war; animals, tricksters, and the end of the world. “This fine, valuable new gathering of ... tales is truly alive, mysterious, and wonderful—overflowing, that is, with wonder, mystery and life" (National Book Award Winner Peter Matthiessen). In addition to mining the best folkloric sources of the nineteenth century, the editors have also included a broad selection of contemporary Native American voices. Read more Features: Product Details: Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pantheon; First Edition (August 12, 1985) Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 544 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0965222012 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 13 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.07 x 1.39 x 9.1 inches Best Sellers Rank: #119,140 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #330 in Native American Literature (Books) #1,366 in Folklore (Books) #2,374 in Short Stories (Books) #330 in Native American Literature (Books)