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God's drum, and other cycles from Indian lore

By Hartley Burr Alexander
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A sequence of poems evokes dawn through dusk, prairie winds and dust, ritual dances and spirit songs, and mythic reckonings framed as a red apocalypse. Later cycles portray terraced Pueblo landscapes, potters, corn maidens, and ruined pueblos, while final pieces invoke Aztec gods and cosmology. The language is lyrical and imagistic, alternating intimate observation of natural life with ceremonially inflected reflections on death, renewal, and the drumlike rhythms of the earth.

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Hartley Burr Alexander

Hartley Burr Alexander was an American author and scholar known for his contributions to the study of mythology and folklore. He is particularly recognized for his work "God's Drum, and Other Cycles from Indian Lore," which explores Native American myths and stories, offering insights into their cultural significance. Additionally, he contributed to the comprehensive anthology "The Mythology of All Races, Vol. 11: Latin-American," which examines the rich tapestry of Latin American mythology. Through his writings, Alexander aimed to illuminate the connections between myth and culture, making his work valuable for both academic and general audiences interested in the narratives that shape human experience.

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