A new approach to the study of myths relating to the origin of the Navajos. Based on extensive fieldwork and research, including Navajo hunter informants and unpublished manuscripts of Father Berard Haile.

Part 1: The Navajo Tradition, Perspectives and History Part II: Navajo Hunter Mythology A Collection of Texts Part III: The Navajo Hunter Tradition: An Interpretation

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About the Author
Karl W. Luckert has maintained a continuing interest in the fields of philosophy and religion. After receiving a PhD in the history of religion at the University of Chicago in 1969, he taught humanities at Northern Arizona University. Since 1979 he has been a member of the Religious Studies faculty at Southwest Missouri State University.

Reviews
A fresh approach to the analysis of Navajo Indian mythology. Luckert is concerned with the historicity, the relationship of Gameways to other aspects of Navajo ceremonialism, specifically the healing chantways, and other theoretical aspects of the Navajo hunter tradition. This work is a sound presentation of materials, analysis, and theorizing for the use of anthropologists, folklorists, and students of the history of religion."" - Leland C. Wyman



Book Information
ISBN 9780816538973
Author Karl W. Luckert
Format Paperback
Page Count 248
Imprint University of Arizona Press
Publisher University of Arizona Press
Weight(grams) 348g