Journey into the rich mythology of the Blackfeet with this captivating collection of traditional tales preserved by George Bird Grinnell. Passed down through generations, these stories open a window onto a world shaped by powerful spirits, sacred animals, supernatural encounters, and the mysterious forces of nature. Meet Old Man, the creator and trickster at the heart of many Blackfoot traditions; follow Scarface on his extraordinary journey to the realm of the Sun; and discover tales explaining the origins of sacred ceremonies, powerful medicines, and ancient beliefs.

Drawn from Grinnell's classic 1892 work, Blackfoot Lodge Tales, this carefully selected collection brings together some of its most compelling mythological stories, including creation traditions, encounters with ghosts, sacred buffalo, and adventures involving the Sun and other supernatural beings.

Inside, discover: • The Blackfoot Genesis• Scarface, Origin of the Medicine Lodge• The Buffalo Rock• Origin of the Worm Pipe• The Ghosts' Buffalo• The Theft From the Sun• The Wonderful Bird• The BearsRecorded from Blackfoot storytellers during the nineteenth century, these tales preserve a fascinating part of the oral tradition of the Blackfeet and offer a glimpse into their mythology, spirituality, and understanding of the world.

Native American Mythology: Tales of the Blackfeet is an engaging introduction to the myths and legends of one of the great Indigenous cultures of the North American Plains.