Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona

Name: Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona
Author: J. Wm. Lloyd

By J. Wm. Lloyd

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

Mythology, Legends & Folklore

About This Book

A curated collection of Pima oral traditions gathered from reservation storytellers and rendered into English, presenting creation myths, origin tales, animal and trickster episodes, and ritual explanations that map community cosmology and seasonal life. Narratives are given in sequential retellings, often introduced with contextual notes about gathering, translation, and local setting, preserving distinctive imagery, moral teachings, and cultural customs. The volume emphasizes transmission from elder traditionalists through an interpreter and arranges tales to reflect both mythic chronology and communal practice.

About the Author

J. Wm. Lloyd

J. Wm. Lloyd was an American author known for his contributions to the literary representation of Native American culture. His notable work, "Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona," explores the rich mythology and storytelling traditions of the Pima people, offering readers a glimpse into their heritage. Additionally, Lloyd's poetry collection, "Songs of the Unblind Cupid," showcases his versatility as a writer. Through his works, Lloyd has played a significant role in preserving and sharing the narratives of indigenous peoples, making his contributions valuable to both literature and cultural history.