American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends
American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Great Plains • Late 19th Century
2014
Adult
12+ years
Super Short Summary
American Indian Stories by Zitkála-Šá blends autobiography and fiction to explore the cultural experiences and identity challenges faced by a person of Dakota descent. Old Indian Legends presents traditional Dakota tales, capturing the wisdom and values passed through oral storytelling, as seen in stories like "Iktomi and the Ducks" and "The Badger and the Bear."
Informative
Contemplative
Mysterious
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends by Zitkála-Šá are praised for their authentic representation of Native American culture and powerful storytelling. Readers appreciate the lyrical prose and cultural insights. Some critique the narrative structure as fragmented. Overall, the works are celebrated for their cultural and historical significance.
Who Should Read American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends?
Readers interested in Native American culture, folklore, and history would enjoy American Indian Stories and Old Indian Legends by Zitkála-Šá. Fans of Sherman Alexie's The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven or Louise Erdrich’s Love Medicine will appreciate the blend of personal narrative and cultural storytelling.
378 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
Great Plains • Late 19th Century
2014
Adult
12+ years
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