| Author |
Brinton, Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison), 1837-1899 |
| Title |
American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Starner, Inka Weide and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent" by Daniel G. Brinton is a scholarly examination of indigenous American mythologies and religious beliefs, written in the late 19th century. The book seeks to analyze and interpret the hero-myths of various Native American tribes, illuminating their significance in understanding human thought regarding creation, culture, and divinity. Brinton's work underscores the importance of these myths as reflections of deeper cultural insights rather than mere historical accounts. The opening of the book serves as a preface outlining Brinton's intent to contribute to the comparative study of religion. He addresses the misconceptions and neglect surrounding native mythologies, advocating for their rigorous examination and interpretation. Brinton emphasizes the shared themes among mythologies across different tribes, positing that many hero-gods reflect archetypes such as creators or culture-bringers. He introduces the structure of his analysis, which includes the examination of myth-making processes and a comparative approach, laying the groundwork for a more profound understanding of cultural narratives that persist in shaping the identities and beliefs of indigenous peoples. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
E011: History: America: America
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| Subject |
Indian mythology
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| Subject |
Indians -- Religion
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11029 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Feb 11, 2004 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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