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Choctaw Mythology: Captivating Myths from the Choctaw and Other Indigenous Peoples from the Southeastern United States Kindle Edition

by Matt Clayton (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Many southeast peoples speak languages in the Muskogean language family, and many myths and tales also have versions that are shared among tribes. Rabbit is a trickster hero in all of these cultures, while other animals common to the region, such as turkeys and alligators, make appearances as well. Thunder beings appear in tales from both the Choctaw and Natchez peoples—only the Choctaw story is presented in this volume—while the owl acts as a villain in stories from both the Choctaw and the Caddo.

The first part of this book contains Choctaw myths and legends. In this section are stories that explain Choctaw beliefs about the origin and structure of the universe and the origin of corn, an important staple food. The alligator appears here not as a villain but as a grateful recipient of human aid, while the owl is a murderous old woman. Adventurers seek new places in the Choctaw migration legend and in the story of Tashka and Walo, two boys who journey to the home of the Sun.

The second half of the book comprises stories from six other southeastern tribes: the Seminole, Natchez, Alabama, Creek, Caddo, and Chitimacha. Animal characters such as Alligator, Rabbit, and Owl play roles here, too, the first in a just-so story about the shape of the alligator’s snout, the second in his usual guise as a wily trickster, and the third as a devious man who dupes two ambitious girls into becoming his wives. Journeys to the sky country are represented by the tale of the sky maidens who come down to Earth to play ball, and in the story of the gifts of Kutnahin, a solar deity of the Chitimacha people.

Within this book, you'll find the following topics covered:
  • Choctaw Myths and Legends
  • Legends from Other Southern Tribes
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08PDFBZ1R
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 30, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6193 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 44 pages
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Matt Clayton is a best-selling author who is particularly known for his excellent take on mythology. Two of his best-selling books are Greek Mythology: A Captivating Guide to the Ancient Gods, Goddesses, Heroes, and Monsters and Norse Mythology: A Captivating Guide to Norse Folklore Including Fairy Tales, Legends, Sagas and Myths of the Norse Gods and Heroes.

As an author, Matt's mission is to unveil the captivating stories from the ancient world. So far, he has done a phenomenal job in terms of giving the readers what they want. When Matt is not wearing the author's hat, he is either reading, eating, sleeping or working on projects related to his brand Captivating History. You can check out his Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMNMpSc81hvn5OC26yj-5Jw

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5.0 out of 5 stars Good Overview of Southeastern Native American Mythology
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2020
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Choctaw Mythology is a brief but interesting compilation of myths and folktales from the Choctaw and other indigenous groups from the Southeastern United States. Although it is far from comprehensive, it has enough material to inspire further investigation by the reader. The anthology features a basic assortment of myths, including a creation story.

As the compilation includes stories from Indian nations that neighbored the Choctaw, it makes for some interesting comparisons, as when two different groups have similar stories about people who visit the sky. Although the book does not give much in the way of context regarding the stories, it includes a useful bibliography to lead readers to further information. It is best for readers who simply want the stories without analysis.
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Joshua Denniston
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2022
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Best read I've read in a longtime
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Eunice Krecek
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Stories
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2020
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It is with interest to read about the stories of our native people. Their way of looking at the world they lived in was very creative. Enjoyable.
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Presley Lowery
3.0 out of 5 stars Decent
Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022
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I had some interesting stories. I figured it would be more in-depth than it was; nonetheless, a good little read.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2021
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This was very interesting but was not totally Choctaw mythology. I should have read more closely the title.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Important and insightful
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2021
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Wonderful collection that is important for Choctaw outlook and perspective. The prompt shipment was appreciated.
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Celandria
5.0 out of 5 stars native american legands
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2021
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Lets keep the information out there shared
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cultural Stories of the Choctaw and Other Southeastern American Indian Tribes
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2020
As a regular reader of Captivating History books, I've been fortunate enough to review a number of mythology stories by different ethnic groups.  Today's subjects are the Choctaw Indians and their similar Southeastern American tribes, including the Alabama, Caddo, Chitimacha, Creek, Natchez, and Seminoles.  One thing I've learned is that each culture fills a need to provide their people with a story to explain their creation in this world.  The 'creation story' is the first story in this book.  

Then, there are stories from other groups of these Southeastern Indian tribes.  Animals (rabbits, alligators, turkeys, etc.,) take on human speech and teach us important lessons about life.  These stories were shared between tribes by oral tradition until they were finally written down.  Now, everyone can learn about the traditions, attitudes, and living principles that various tribes chose to live by through the centuries of their existence.  Those lessons teach us that we are far more alike than different.
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