"In our society," Hillerman explains, "this would be called a 'Bible story.' Like stories based on the Old Testament, this narrative is intended to teach both the history and morality of a people." It tells the consequences of a drought in which Zuni crops were ruined and the tribe was forced to accept charity from neighboring Hopis.
"In our society," Hillerman explains, "this would be called a 'Bible story.' Like stories based on the Old Testament, this narrative is intended to teach both the history and morality of a people." It tells the consequences of a drought in which Zuni crops were ruined and the tribe was forced to accept charity from neighboring Hopis.
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The Boy Who Made Dragonfly: A Zuni Myth
81Product Details
ISBN-13: | 9780826309105 |
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Publisher: | University of New Mexico Press |
Publication date: | 01/01/1993 |
Pages: | 81 |
Product dimensions: | 5.44(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.26(d) |
Lexile: | 1090L (what's this?) |
Age Range: | 5 - 8 Years |
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