James Mooney

James Mooney was an American ethnographer and folklorist known for his extensive studies of Native American cultures, particularly those of the Cherokee and Kiowa tribes. His notable works include "Calendar History of the Kiowa Indians," which provides a detailed account of Kiowa history and traditions, and "Myths of the Cherokee," an important collection of Cherokee folklore. Mooney's research contributed significantly to the understanding of Native American religious practices, as seen in his work "The Ghost-Dance Religion and the Sioux Outbreak of 1890." His writings remain a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in indigenous cultures and their histories.