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Traditional Narratives of the Rock Cree Indians
Robert Brightman
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Description for Traditional Narratives of the Rock Cree Indians
Paperback. First published in 1980 by the Canadian Museum of Civilization, this study presents narratives from different genres of Rock Cree oral literature in northwestern Manitoba together with interpretive and comparative commentary. Num Pages: 185 pages. BIC Classification: JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 151 x 12. Weight in Grams: 330.
First published in 1980 by the Canadian Museum of Civilization, this study presents narratives from different genres of Rock Cree oral literature in northwestern Manitoba together with interpretive and comparative commentary. The collection comprises narratives of the trickster-transformer Wisahkicahk, animal-human characters, spirit guardians, the wihtikow or cannibal monster, humorous experiences, sorcery, and early encounters with Catholicism.
First published in 1980 by the Canadian Museum of Civilization, this study presents narratives from different genres of Rock Cree oral literature in northwestern Manitoba together with interpretive and comparative commentary. The collection comprises narratives of the trickster-transformer Wisahkicahk, animal-human characters, spirit guardians, the wihtikow or cannibal monster, humorous experiences, sorcery, and early encounters with Catholicism.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
University of Regina Press
Condition
New
Number of Pages
185
Place of Publication
Regina, Canada
ISBN
9780889771956
SKU
V9780889771956
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Reviews for Traditional Narratives of the Rock Cree Indians
"...Overall, Brightman's insightful analysis and year of experience with the Rock Crees of Manitoba make this book an invaluable collection of oral narratives. An extensive reference list of nearly 100 separate resources provides an excellent tool for additional research on the topic...This is a perfect book for undergraduate and graduate students studying Canadian folklore, mythology, and North American Indian studies. ... Read more