The white deer and other stories told by the Lenape
(Book)
Contributors:
Published:
New York : William Morrow, [1995].
Format:
Book
Physical Desc:
xi, 137 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Status:
Mercer Juvenile Nonfiction
J 398.2 WHI
Description
"This rich compendium combines Lenape (Delaware) history, an introduction to several storytellers, and storytelling beliefs with a diverse collection of tales....The tales presented here are twentieth-century renderings from many locations, demonstrating the durability of the storytelling traditions....Bierhorst's long experience as folklore scholar and writer is evident in this thoughtfully organized volume."--Horn Book. Author's notes, bibliography, glossary, pronunciation guide.
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Mercer Juvenile Nonfiction
J 398.2 WHI
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Aug 22, 2018
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Language:
English
ISBN:
0688129005
Notes
General Note
Nonfiction.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 134-137).
Citations
APA Citation (style guide)
Bierhorst, J. (1995). The white deer and other stories told by the Lenape. New York, William Morrow.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Bierhorst, John. 1995. The White Deer and Other Stories Told By the Lenape. New York, William Morrow.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Bierhorst, John, The White Deer and Other Stories Told By the Lenape. New York, William Morrow, 1995.
MLA Citation (style guide)Bierhorst, John. The White Deer and Other Stories Told By the Lenape. New York, William Morrow, 1995.
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