Description

An intriguing hardback edition of Yaqui Myths and Legends, collected by Ruth Warner Giddings and published by The University of Arizona Press, Tucson.

This fascinating volume preserves traditional oral stories and folklore from the Yaqui people, featuring myths, spiritual beliefs, legendary figures, and cultural traditions rooted in Indigenous North American history.

Edited by Harry Behn and illustrated by Laurie Cook, the book combines scholarly preservation with decorative mid-century design, including a striking dust jacket featuring stylised tribal-inspired artwork.

The stories offer insight into Yaqui cosmology, morality tales, creation stories, and the deep relationship between mythology and everyday life within Yaqui culture.

A compelling addition to collections focused on Indigenous mythology, anthropology, folklore, or decorative vintage books.