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Indios de las Pampas Argentinas /Indian from Argentinas Pampas (Leyendas, Mitos, Cuentos Y Otros Relatos / Legends, Myth...

by Fernando Cordova

Book Details

Publisher:Fans Of These Books
Published:2003
Pages:96
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:987550307X

Reading Info

Age Range:10-13

About This Book

Presenta mas de una docena y media de leyendas, mitos, cuentos y relatos de la tradicion oral de los indios de las Pampas argentinas.

Our Review

This collection brings to life over eighteen legends, myths, and oral tales from the indigenous peoples of Argentina's Pampas, offering young readers a vibrant portal into a rich cultural heritage. Through stories of clever tricksters, powerful nature spirits, and epic hunts, the book masterfully preserves the narrative traditions of these communities. Each tale is a compact adventure, filled with the vast landscapes, unique wildlife, and profound beliefs that defined life on the plains. It serves as an essential introduction to the folklore and mythology of a region whose stories are less commonly found in children's literature.

What makes this compilation particularly compelling is its authenticity and narrative energy, presenting these accounts not as dry history but as living, breathing adventures that will capture a child's imagination. Young readers fascinated by world cultures, creation myths, and animal fables will find a treasure trove of new heroes and timeless wisdom. The book provides a meaningful bridge for families to discuss diverse belief systems and the importance of oral storytelling traditions. Ultimately, it leaves a lasting impression of a world where the spiritual and the everyday are beautifully intertwined.

Themes

Argentina

Subjects

Argentina