In "Myths of the Cherokee," James Mooney delves into the rich tapestry of Cherokee mythology, presenting a meticulously collected and translated corpus of tales that illuminate the tribe's cultural beliefs and worldviews. Written in a combination of ethnographic detail and narrative flair, the book exists at the crossroads of folklore study and anthropology, employing a descriptive style that invites readers into the heart of Cherokee traditions. Mooney's work is significant not only for i...

The desire to preserve to future ages the memory of past achievements is a universal human instinct, as witness the clay tablets of old Chaldea, the hieroglyphs of the obelisks, our countless thousands of manuscripts and printed volumes, and the gossiping old story-teller of the village or the backwoods cabin. The reliability of the record depends chiefly on the truthfulness of the recorder and the adequacy of the method employed. In Asia, the cradle of civilization, authentic history goes...

De maan en de donder is een oude mythe van de Indianen.

In "Calendar History of the Kiowa Indians," James Mooney meticulously chronicles the rich cultural tapestry and historical evolution of the Kiowa people through an innovative blend of ethnographic narrative and historical documentation. Drawing upon his extensive fieldwork and interviews with Kiowa elders, Mooney presents a compelling account that integrates oral traditions with meticulous attention to detail, offering insights into their complex social structure, rituals, and seasonal cyc...

Originally published in 1891 and 1900, Myths of the Cherokees and The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees have been the definitive work on the customs and beliefs of the Cherokee people for decades. Now combined in a single volume, this comprehensive work details and records the history, material culture, oral tradition, language, arts, and religion of the Eastern Cherokee. Mr. Mooney lived with, ate with, even spoke with the Cherokee in their native tongue, and his work was relied upon by st...

In "The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees (Illustrated)," James Mooney presents an invaluable treasure of Cherokee culture through a meticulous compilation of traditional prayers, incantations, and rituals that were integral to the spiritual and social lives of the Cherokee people. Mooney's anthropological approach is underscored by a respect for the ceremonial practices, capturing the indigenous voice with an authenticity rare in ethnographic literature. The text is enriched with illustrat...

Embrace a unique journey as The Wandering Paddy shares his thoughts and experiences on the challenges we all face, on mental health, and on the invaluable life lessons he has learned along the way in this distinctive collection.The Book of Truths will inspire you to appreciate the beauty and fragility of life. It's all about living and loving with gratitude and compassion, cherishing the time we have together rather than taking it for granted.

The sacred formulas here given are selected from a collection of about six hundred, obtained on the Cherokee reservation in North Carolina in 1887 and 1888, and covering every subject pertaining to the daily life and thought of the Indian, including medicine, love, hunting, fishing, war, self-protection, destruction of enemies, witchcraft, the crops, the council, the ball play, etc., and, in fact, embodying almost the whole of the ancient religion of the Cherokees.

James Mooney (18611921) was an American ethnographer who lived for several years among the Cherokee. He did major studies of Southeastern Indians, as well as those on the Great Plains, most notably ethnographic studies of the Ghost Dance after Sitting Bulls death in 1890, a widespread 19th-century religious movement among various Native American culture groups, and the Cherokee.Mooneys The Sacred Formulas of the Cherokees (1891), published by the US Bureau of American Ethnology, includes sacr...

The desire to preserve to future ages the memory of past achievements is a universal human instinct, as witness the clay tablets of old Chaldea, the hieroglyphs of the obelisks, our countless thousands of manuscripts and printed volumes, and the gossiping old story-teller of the village or the backwoods cabin. The reliability of the record depends chiefly on the truthfulness of the recorder and the adequacy of the method employed. In Asia, the cradle of civilization, authentic history goes...

Embrace a unique journey as The Wandering Paddy shares his thoughts and experiences on the challenges we all face, on mental health, and on the invaluable life lessons he has learned along the way in this distinctive collection.The Book of Truths will inspire you to appreciate the beauty and fragility of life. It's all about living and loving with gratitude and compassion, cherishing the time we have together rather than taking it for granted.

The sacred formulas and rituals here given are selected from a collection of about six hundred, obtained on the Cherokee reservation in North Carolina in 1887 and 1888, and covering every subject pertaining to the daily life and thought of the Indian, including medicine, love, hunting, fishing, war, self-protection, destruction of enemies, witchcraft, the crops, the council, the ball play, etc., and, in fact, embodying almost the whole of the ancient religion of the Cherokees. The original...