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Hupa Texts is a book that contains a collection of traditional stories and myths of the Hupa people, a Native American tribe that resides in northern California. The book was compiled and edited by Pliny Earle Goddard, an American anthropologist who conducted extensive research on the Hupa culture in the early 20th century.The Hupa Texts book contains a total of 57 stories, which were originally recorded in the Hupa language and then translated into English by Goddard. The stories cover a wide range of topics, including creation myths, animal tales, and legends of famous Hupa heroes and heroines. Many of the stories are accompanied by detailed notes and commentary by Goddard, providing additional context and insight into the Hupa culture and worldview.Overall, Hupa Texts is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American folklore and mythology, as well as for scholars and researchers studying the Hupa culture. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich oral tradition of the Hupa people and their unique perspective on the world around them.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
ISBN-13 | 9781428629585 |
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ISBN-10 | 1428629580 |
Weight | 0.96 Pounds |
Dimensions | 6.00 x 0.67 x 9.00 In |
List Price | $28.95 |
Format | Paperback |
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Publisher | Kessinger Publishing |
Published On | 2006-06-01 |
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