The Ecological Heroes of Amerindian Mythology
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 388
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2019
Pages: 386
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The Ecological Heroes of Amerindian Mythology delves into the sacred history of America regarding how the country's indigenous peoples related to and interacted with the natural world around them. The text explores the subject's multiple facets, from Teaching the Ways of Nature to Becoming Nature. With stunning full-color photos and a fresh angle on the topic, the text provides a thorough depth of knowledge to readers.
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 Divine Ecological Heroes—Creation and Death
Chapter 2 Ecological Culture Heroes—Teaching the Ways of Nature
Chapter 3 Ecological Trickster Heroes—Forces of Nature
Chapter 4 The Quests of Human Ecological Heroes—Trusting Nature
Chapter 5 Ecological Heroes of the Respectful Hunt—Learning from Nature
Chapter 6 Unique Ecological Heroes—Embracing the Variety of Nature
Chapter 7 Ecological Heroes Who Marry Natural Elements—Merging with Nature
Chapter 8 Ecological Heroes of the Underworld—Death in Nature
Chapter 9 Metamorphic Ecological Heroes—Becoming Nature
Chapter 10 Shamanic Ecological Heroes—Teaching the Natural Promise of Rebirth
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index