Algonquin Legends of New England or Myths and Folk Lore of the Micmac

Folk-lore and Legends English by Charles John Tibbits delves into the rich tapestry of folklore and legends that have shaped English cultural identity. This collection captures the essence of traditional tales, revealing the values, beliefs, and imaginations of past generations. The enduring nature of these stories speaks to universal themes of morality, community, and the human experience, making...

This work, then, contains a collection of the myths, legends, and folk-lore of the principal Wabanaki, or Northeastern Algonquin, Indians; that is to say, of the Passamaquoddies and Penobscots of Maine, and of the Micmacs of New Brunswick. All of this material was gathered directly from Indian narrators, the greater part by myself, the rest by a few friends; in fact, I can give the name of the abo...

This work, then, contains a collection of the myths, legends, and folk-lore of the principal Wabanaki, or Northeastern Algonquin, Indians; that is to say, of the Passamaquoddies and Penobscots of Maine, and of the Micmacs of New Brunswick. All of this material was gathered directly from Indian narrators, the greater part by myself, the rest by a few friends; in fact, I can give the name of the abo...