American Myths And Legends V1 (1903)

By Charles Montgomery Skinner

Book Overview

American Myths and Legends Volume 1, written by Charles Montgomery Skinner and published in 1903, is a collection of folktales, legends, and myths from various regions of the United States. The book is divided into chapters, each dedicated to a specific region, including New England, the South, the Midwest, and the West. The stories included in the book are a mix of Native American, African American, and European American folklore, and cover a wide range of topics such as legendary creatures, heroes, and supernatural events. Some of the most famous tales in the book include the legend of Sleepy Hollow, the story of Paul Bunyan, and the tale of John Henry. In addition to the stories themselves, the book includes detailed introductions to each region, providing historical and cultural context for the tales. The author also includes notes and references for further reading and research. Overall, American Myths and Legends Volume 1 is a fascinating collection of stories that provides insight into the rich folklore traditions of the United States.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165930307
• ISBN13: 9781165930302
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"