Mary Austin

The Basket Woman

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Rediscover the magic of Native American storytelling with Mary Austin's "The Basket Woman: A Book of Indian Tales for Children." This collection of short stories, drawn from the rich folklore of North American Indians, offers a captivating glimpse into a world of tradition and wonder. Originally written for young readers, these timeless tales explore themes of nature, community, and the enduring power of the human spirit. Austin's respectful and engaging prose brings to life the wisdom and beauty of Indian narratives, making this book a treasured resource for those interested in Native American culture and juvenile fiction. A classic collection meticulously prepared for print republication, "The Basket Woman" is a valuable addition to any library, offering a unique and enduring perspective on the history and traditions of Native American peoples. Perfect for sharing the rich heritage of Indian tales. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 90
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 136g
• ISBN-13: 9781023384308
• ISBN-10: 1023384302
• Artikelnr.: 73997831

Autorenporträt

Mary Austin (nee Hunter) was born in Carlinville, Illinois in 1868 and died in Santa Fe, New Mexico in 1934. After graduation from Blackburn College, she moved with her family to California. She later spent time in New York and eventually settled in Santa Fe. A prolific writer, she wrote novels, short stories, essays, plays and poetry. Her books include "The Land of Little Rain," "The Land of Journeys' Ending," and "The American Rhythm: Studies and Reexpressions of Amerindian Songs," all available in new editions from Sunstone Press. Austin became an early advocate for environmental issues as well as the rights of women and other minority groups. She was particularly interested in the preservation of American Indian culture.