The Lost Giant, and Other American Indian Tales Retold

A collection of retold Native American legends framed by an introductory essay about oral storytelling, seasonal life, and the presence of spirits and animal forces. Short narratives adapt traditional motifs—giants and helpers, trickery, courtship, and origin tales about maize—into accessible episodes for young readers. Stories follow characters who endure family hardship, undertake journeys to distant lands, and receive aid or tests from animals and supernatural beings, with recurring themes of belonging, resilience, and the interplay between humans and the natural world.