Native American mythology
This area is a work in progress.
The mythical beasts, heroic humans, and nurturing spirits that make up the fascinating spectrum of Native American mythology. There is currently is no distinction between tribe, tribal boundary, geography, or language.
Note: the diacritic "?" in some names denotes a guttural stop.
For Inuit deities and characters, view the Inuit mythology area.
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Recommended reading
- Erdoes, Richard. (1997). American Indian Myths and Legends.
- Gill, Sam D. (1992). Dictionary of Native American Mythology.