Taos TalesNearly 100 authentic tales offer an unparalleled glimpse into beliefs and culture of the Pueblo Indians: "The Kachina Suitors and Coyote," "Magpie and the Corn Mothers," "Turquoise Boy Races the Deer Boys," "The Envious Hunter," "The Jealous Girls," "Echo Boy," "Escape Up the Tree," and many more. |
Contents
Preface | 1 |
Coyote Believes the World is on Fire 125 | 2 |
Magpie and the Corn Mothers | 18 |
Copyright | |
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