Okaraxta - Tales From The Great Plains

Step into the enchanting world of Okaraxta, a captivating collection of First Nations folk tales and legends that will transport you to the heart of the Great Plains!

Drawing from the rich tapestry of Native American storytelling, this anthology features a selection of profound and playful tales passed down through generations by the tribes of the Great Plains. Each story celebrates the deep connection between humans and the natural world, illustrating the importance of the seasons, weather, animals, and the elements-earth, water, fire, and sky.

Discover the powerful Great Spirit that weaves through these narratives, guiding the journeys of both humans and the creatures they encounter. Marvel at the shape-shifting characters that embody the magic of the natural world, from the wise buffalo, central to the lives of these peoples, to the mischievous trickster, Iktomi, who brings laughter and teaches vital spiritual lessons through his antics.

In Okaraxta, you'll experience the thrill of adventure as characters embark on transformative journeys, often reaching supernatural realms that illuminate the mysteries of existence. With its roots in the expansive and diverse cultures of the Great Plains, this collection highlights the vibrant folklore that has thrived in the communal fireside storytelling traditions.

Immerse yourself in these delightful tales that blend humor, wisdom, and a deep reverence for nature. Let the imaginative skill of the narrator guide you through worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and where every story is a journey waiting to be explored.

Okaraxta is not just a book; it's an invitation to connect with the timeless wisdom and rich heritage of First Nations storytelling. Join us in this celebration of cultural legacy, and embark on a journey that will awaken your spirit and ignite your imagination!

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Okaraxta - Tales From The Great Plains

Step into the enchanting world of Okaraxta, a captivating collection of First Nations folk tales and legends that will transport you to the heart of the Great Plains!

Drawing from the rich tapestry of Native American storytelling, this anthology features a selection of profound and playful tales passed down through generations by the tribes of the Great Plains. Each story celebrates the deep connection between humans and the natural world, illustrating the importance of the seasons, weather, animals, and the elements-earth, water, fire, and sky.

Discover the powerful Great Spirit that weaves through these narratives, guiding the journeys of both humans and the creatures they encounter. Marvel at the shape-shifting characters that embody the magic of the natural world, from the wise buffalo, central to the lives of these peoples, to the mischievous trickster, Iktomi, who brings laughter and teaches vital spiritual lessons through his antics.

In Okaraxta, you'll experience the thrill of adventure as characters embark on transformative journeys, often reaching supernatural realms that illuminate the mysteries of existence. With its roots in the expansive and diverse cultures of the Great Plains, this collection highlights the vibrant folklore that has thrived in the communal fireside storytelling traditions.

Immerse yourself in these delightful tales that blend humor, wisdom, and a deep reverence for nature. Let the imaginative skill of the narrator guide you through worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and where every story is a journey waiting to be explored.

Okaraxta is not just a book; it's an invitation to connect with the timeless wisdom and rich heritage of First Nations storytelling. Join us in this celebration of cultural legacy, and embark on a journey that will awaken your spirit and ignite your imagination!

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Okaraxta - Tales From The Great Plains

Okaraxta - Tales From The Great Plains

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Step into the enchanting world of Okaraxta, a captivating collection of First Nations folk tales and legends that will transport you to the heart of the Great Plains!

Drawing from the rich tapestry of Native American storytelling, this anthology features a selection of profound and playful tales passed down through generations by the tribes of the Great Plains. Each story celebrates the deep connection between humans and the natural world, illustrating the importance of the seasons, weather, animals, and the elements-earth, water, fire, and sky.

Discover the powerful Great Spirit that weaves through these narratives, guiding the journeys of both humans and the creatures they encounter. Marvel at the shape-shifting characters that embody the magic of the natural world, from the wise buffalo, central to the lives of these peoples, to the mischievous trickster, Iktomi, who brings laughter and teaches vital spiritual lessons through his antics.

In Okaraxta, you'll experience the thrill of adventure as characters embark on transformative journeys, often reaching supernatural realms that illuminate the mysteries of existence. With its roots in the expansive and diverse cultures of the Great Plains, this collection highlights the vibrant folklore that has thrived in the communal fireside storytelling traditions.

Immerse yourself in these delightful tales that blend humor, wisdom, and a deep reverence for nature. Let the imaginative skill of the narrator guide you through worlds where the ordinary becomes extraordinary, and where every story is a journey waiting to be explored.

Okaraxta is not just a book; it's an invitation to connect with the timeless wisdom and rich heritage of First Nations storytelling. Join us in this celebration of cultural legacy, and embark on a journey that will awaken your spirit and ignite your imagination!


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781913500238
Publisher: Clive Gilson
Publication date: 12/16/2019
Series: Tales from the World's Firesides - North America , #1
Pages: 382
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.85(d)

About the Author

I am a seasoned writer, editor and occasional contributor to magazines and periodicals. You can find out more about my work and contact me at clivegilson.com

Table of Contents

PREFACE

THE FORGOTTEN EAR OF CORN

MOCK-PE-EN-DAG-A-WIN

IKTOMI AND THE BAD SONGS

A GHOST STORY

KWASIND

THE DUN HORSE

IKTOMI’S BLANKET

A BOG MYTH

THE JEEBI

MANABOZHO IN THE FISH'S STOMACH.

IKTOMI AND THE MUSKRAT

COYOTE AND GRAY FOX

PUCK WUDJ ININEES

A STORY OF FAITH

IKTOMI AND THE COYOTE

PEZHIU AND WABOSE

IKTOMI AND THE SNOWSTORM

THE LITTLE MICE

IKTOMI AND THE FAWN

PEBOAN AND SEEGWUN

THE BEAR MAN

IKTOMI AND THE THUNDERS

NEZHIK-E-WA-WA-SUN

THE BADGER AND THE BEAR

THE PET DONKEY

LEGEND OF THE CORN

IKTOMI AND THE TURTLE

OPEECHEE

THE STAR FAMILY

THE GHOST WIFE

DANCE IN A BUFFALO SKULL

ORIGIN OF THE BUFFALO

OJEEG ANNUNG

THE FAITHFUL LOVERS

THE WAKANDA, OR WATER GOD

THE TOAD AND THE BOY

SHEEM

TI-KE-WA-KUSH

THE SPIRIT LAND

TAU-WAU-CHEE-HEZKAW

IYA, THE CAMP-EATER

LEGEND OF STANDING ROCK

OLD-WOMAN-WHO-NEVER-DIES

IËNA, THE WANDERER

STORY OF THE PEACE PIPE

MANSTIN, THE RABBIT

THE FALLEN STAR

PAH-HAH-UNDOOTAH

PA-HU-KA´-TAWA

THE BUFFALO BEING

THE WARLIKE SEVEN

THE WHITE STONE CANOE

THE BOUND CHILDREN

THE GHOST AND THE TRAVELER

THE SUN-CATCHER

THE SNAKE BROTHER

THE GHOST'S RESENTMENT

WA-WA-BE-ZO-WIN

IKTOMI AND THE ARROWHEADS

THE WARRIOR WHO WRESTLED WITH A GHOST

MUKAKEE MINDEMOEA

O´RE-KA-RAHR

THE HERMIT, OR THE GIFT OF CORN

THE SIX HAWKS

THE MAN AND THE OAK

ADDIK KUM MAIG

WAZIYA, THE WEATHER SPIRIT

THE BOY WHO SAW A-TI´-US

AGGODAGAUDA AND HIS DAUGHTER

WHY THE WOLVES HELP IN WAR

THE “WASNA” MAN AND THE IKTOMI

THE ENCHANTED MOCCASINS

THE MAN WHO SHOT A GHOST

HOW THE DEER LOST HIS GALL

LEELINAU

WHITE PLUME

INYANHOKSILA

BOKWEWA

KIWUK-U LAH’-KAHTA

HISTORICAL NOTES

ABOUT THE EDITOR

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