Heroes and Heroines: Tlingit-Haida Legend - Softcover

"Mary Beck opens this collection of legends by setting the tradition scene: '...It will be a time of feasting, singing, and dancing, of honoring lineages and of telling ancestral stories.' In this small, beautifully produced volume, enhanced by the wonderful illustrations by Nancy DeWitt, Becks tells nine traditional tales, including Fog Woman, Volcano Woman, Bear Mother and The Boy Who Fed Eagles." ---Bill Hunt, "Anchorage Daily News" "Another excellent book is Mary Beck's "Heroes & Heroines in Tlingit-Haida Legend. "Beck tells some of the classic stories very well in a book that is also worthy of recognition for its attractive design." ---"Alaska "magazine "Mary Beck's collection of legends from Tlingit and Haida folklore provides an excellent look at not only the mythology but the value and culture of these Southeast Alaska Natives." ---Jan O'Meara, "Homer News"

Author Mary L. Beck recounts nine traditional Native American legends from the Northwest Coast.