Indian Legends of Saratoga and of the Upper Hudson Valley (1884)

Indian Legends of Saratoga and of the Upper Hudson Valley is a book written by Nathaniel Bartlett Sylvester and published in 1884. The book is a collection of Native American legends and stories that were passed down through generations in the Saratoga and Upper Hudson Valley regions of New York State. The book is divided into three parts, each containing several stories. The first part focuses on the legends of the Mohawk tribe, the second on the legends of the Algonquin tribe, and the third on the legends of the Iroquois tribe. The stories in the book cover a wide range of topics, including creation myths, tales of heroes and villains, and stories of love and tragedy. Some of the most famous legends in the book include the story of the Great Spirit and the creation of the world, the legend of Hiawatha and the founding of the Iroquois Confederacy, and the story of the beautiful but treacherous Indian maiden, White Lily. Sylvester's book is an important work of Native American literature and provides valuable insight into the cultural and spiritual beliefs of the tribes that once inhabited the Saratoga and Upper Hudson Valley regions. The book remains a popular resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in Native American folklore and mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.