Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Volume 08: On the Pacific Slope
1896
Myths and Legends of Our Own Land — Volume 08: On the Pacific Slope, written by Charles M. Skinner and first published in 1896, is a collection of mythological narratives and legends from the Pacific Slope region of the United States. This volume showcases a variety of indigenous stories that intertwine traditional Native American spiritual beliefs with the natural landscape, exploring themes of love, revenge, and moral lessons. Notable tales include 'The Voyager of the Whulge' and 'Tamanous of Tacoma,' which reflect the cultural richness and environmental connections of the region's folklore.
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“Even the humble Wabash has its terror, for at Huntington, Indiana, three truthful damsels of the town saw its waters churned by a tail that splashed from side to side, while far ahead was the prow of the animal”
— Charles M. Skinner
