Celebrates an unexpected native American tradition by translating and illustrating more than 120 riddles from twenty different native American cultures, including Aztec, Comanche, and Pawnee.
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John Bierhorst, author of many acclaimed works about Native American cultures, lives in West Shokan, New York.Z
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Da: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Threads of seven colors are stretched on the great prairie.What is it? It runs through the valleys clapping its hands.Rainbow and butterfly are the answers to these two Native American riddles, typically drawn from the world of nature.Long hidden from view, the American Indian riddling tradition is revealed in all its variety in this carefully researched collection -- the first of its kind -- presenting 140 riddles translated from twenty different languages, including Aztec, Comanche, Maya, Onondaga, Pawnee, and Quechua.Here are examples of courtship riddling, hunter's riddling, dream-guessing, life-or-death riddling, and story riddling. In his introductory essay, editor John Bierhorst shows how such games are linked to the life and customs of the people who originated them. He also offers pointers to help non-Indian guessers come up with the right answers.With sweeping strokes and deft touches of humor, Louise Brierley's illustrations capture the spirit of mystery and inventiveness characteristic of this most unusual, most unexpected of Native American traditions. Codice articolo 00096475892
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Da: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Threads of seven colors are stretched on the great prairie.What is it? It runs through the valleys clapping its hands.Rainbow and butterfly are the answers to these two Native American riddles, typically drawn from the world of nature.Long hidden from view, the American Indian riddling tradition is revealed in all its variety in this carefully researched collection -- the first of its kind -- presenting 140 riddles translated from twenty different languages, including Aztec, Comanche, Maya, Onondaga, Pawnee, and Quechua.Here are examples of courtship riddling, hunter's riddling, dream-guessing, life-or-death riddling, and story riddling. In his introductory essay, editor John Bierhorst shows how such games are linked to the life and customs of the people who originated them. He also offers pointers to help non-Indian guessers come up with the right answers.With sweeping strokes and deft touches of humor, Louise Brierley's illustrations capture the spirit of mystery and inventiveness characteristic of this most unusual, most unexpected of Native American traditions. Codice articolo 00081930318
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Da: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condizione: Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Codice articolo 40269611-6
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Da: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Codice articolo G0688095828I4N00
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Da: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Threads of seven colors are stretched on the great prairie.What is it? It runs through the valleys clapping its hands.Rainbow and butterfly are the answers to these two Native American riddles, typically drawn from the world of nature.Long hidden from view, the American Indian riddling tradition is revealed in all its variety in this carefully researched collection -- the first of its kind -- presenting 140 riddles translated from twenty different languages, including Aztec, Comanche, Maya, Onondaga, Pawnee, and Quechua.Here are examples of courtship riddling, hunter's riddling, dream-guessing, life-or-death riddling, and story riddling. In his introductory essay, editor John Bierhorst shows how such games are linked to the life and customs of the people who originated them. He also offers pointers to help non-Indian guessers come up with the right answers.With sweeping strokes and deft touches of humor, Louise Brierley's illustrations capture the spirit of mystery and inventiveness characteristic of this most unusual, most unexpected of Native American traditions. Codice articolo CIN0688095828VG
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Da: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Threads of seven colors are stretched on the great prairie.What is it? It runs through the valleys clapping its hands.Rainbow and butterfly are the answers to these two Native American riddles, typically drawn from the world of nature.Long hidden from view, the American Indian riddling tradition is revealed in all its variety in this carefully researched collection -- the first of its kind -- presenting 140 riddles translated from twenty different languages, including Aztec, Comanche, Maya, Onondaga, Pawnee, and Quechua.Here are examples of courtship riddling, hunter's riddling, dream-guessing, life-or-death riddling, and story riddling. In his introductory essay, editor John Bierhorst shows how such games are linked to the life and customs of the people who originated them. He also offers pointers to help non-Indian guessers come up with the right answers.With sweeping strokes and deft touches of humor, Louise Brierley's illustrations capture the spirit of mystery and inventiveness characteristic of this most unusual, most unexpected of Native American traditions. Codice articolo CIN0688095828A
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Da: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_483027912
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Da: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_480130030
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Da: Firefly Bookstore, Kutztown, PA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: Used Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Dust Jacket is wrapped in mylar Brodart covering, which is removable. Light wear to cover, slightly bumped corners, pages clean and unmarked. There is a previous owner's name on the inside. Some pages have light foxing (tan spots or browning). Firefly sells new and used books through our store front. We try to add a detailed description to as many titles as possible. If you have questions regarding this title, please contact us. Photos available on request. Codice articolo 396368
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Da: Roundabout Books, Greenfield, MA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Brierley, Louise (illustratore). Condition Notes: Clean, unmarked copy with some edge wear. Good binding. Dust jacket included if issued with one. We ship in recyclable American-made mailers. 100% money-back guarantee on all orders. Codice articolo 1417129
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