Manabozho: The Indian's Story of Hiawatha

Manabozho: The Indian's Story of Hiawatha is a book by Deming Alden O. that tells the story of Hiawatha, a legendary figure in Native American folklore. The book is written in the form of a traditional oral story, with Manabozho, a trickster figure, serving as the narrator. The story begins with the birth of Hiawatha, who is born into the Onondaga tribe. Hiawatha's mother dies in childbirth, and his father, a chief, is grief-stricken and neglects his son. Hiawatha is raised by his grandmother, who teaches him the ways of the tribe and instills in him a love of nature and a desire to help his people. As Hiawatha grows up, he becomes a leader in his tribe and works to unite the warring tribes of the Iroquois Confederacy. He meets a prophet named Deganawida, who helps him to spread his message of peace and unity. Together, they persuade the other tribes to join the confederacy, and Hiawatha becomes its first leader. The book also includes stories of Manabozho's adventures, which are interwoven with Hiawatha's story. Manabozho is a mischievous character who often causes trouble, but he also helps Hiawatha on his quest for unity. Manabozho: The Indian's Story of Hiawatha is a fascinating look at Native American folklore and the history of the Iroquois Confederacy. The book is beautifully written and illustrated, and it is sure to captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.