How the World Was Made is a traditional Cherokee creation story. It takes place during a time when animals did many of the things that people can do. When the e

Cherokee myths and legends were an important way for customs, beliefs, and histories to be passed down orally through the generations. These myths often explain

First Fire is an ageless Cherokee myth about the revered water spider in their culture. The story happens in a time when animals could do many of the things tha

126 myths: sacred stories, animal myths, local legends, many more. Plus background on Cherokee history, notes on the myths and parallels. Features 20 maps and i

Collects folklore of the Cherokee people on various topics including animals, the origin of the Earth, and spirits.