The stories in this collection are retold with an emphasis on their themes of adventure, wisdom, and the connection between humans, nature, and the spiritual world. The Lost Giant is the title story, which centers around a mythical giant, weaving elements of mystery and heroism typical of Native American storytelling. Along with this tale, the book includes other stories that feature common motifs found in Native American folklore, such as the trickster figure, creation myths, and tales of...

In "The Lost Giant, and Other American Indian Tales Retold," Violet Moore Higgins presents a masterful collection of folklore that captures the rich oral traditions of Native American culture. This anthology features a diverse array of enchanting tales, reinterpreted with lyricism and clarity that bridge the gap between ancient narratives and contemporary readers. Higgins employs a narrative style that is both accessible and resonant, ensuring that the wisdom and humor embedded in these st...

Excerpt: "A troubled history has all along been that of the great tongue of land which, occupying the same position in Asia as Italy in Europe, is equal to half our continent, with a population growing towards three hundred millions. Far back into fabulous ages, we see it threatened by mythical or shadowy conquerors, Hercules, Semiramis, Sesostris, Cyrus; whelmed beneath inroads of nameless warriors from Central Asia; emerging first into historical distinctness with Alexander the Great's e...

AMONG the Indians who used to roam over our Western prairies in such vast numbers, story telling was of the greatest importance. From the opening of spring, through the summer, and far into the fall, the men and older boys of the tribe were out each day hunting the deer in the hills and the buffalo on the plains or spearing fish in the streams. The women and girls meantime were occupied with their household duties about the tepees. But at last came the long winter months when game was scar...

Taken from the traditional folklore of The Netherlands, these Story Time Tales—as retold by Violet Moore Higgins in 1918—will transport your young reader to another time in Leiden and Amsterdam. Discover the strength of true friendship and follow in the exploits of four goodhearted, brave, and determined Dutch children as they overcome hardship and transform into the heroes and heroines of their own stories. Higgins’ classic, timeless tales offer today’s kids unique cultural insights and, ...