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Millman, Lawrence, Ed. – Northeast Indian Quarterly, 1991
These seven tales were collected in Davis Inlet, Labrador, during 1987-88 from the Naskapi, the most traditional of the Algonquin-speaking Indians. The tales describe origins or illuminate morals, several feature Tchakapesh, a hero-trickster. (SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Literature, Canada Natives, Tales
Bruchac, Joseph – Northeast Indian Quarterly, 1990
Describes major functions of Iroquois storytelling, including entertainment, taking the listener out of the present moment, and informal education of children. Discusses the attributes and roles of contemporary Iroquois storytellers. (SV)
Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Literature, Informal Education, Story Telling
