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The Story of Hiawatha Adapted from Longfellow - cover

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The Story of Hiawatha Adapted from Longfellow

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Winston Stokes

Publisher: DigiCat

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In 'The Story of Hiawatha, Adapted from Longfellow', readers are invited into a reimagined realm where Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's renowned epic poem is recast with a focus on the tales of Hiawatha, this time portrayed as a Native American woman whose adventures harmonize with the deep, spiritual fabric of the American continent. The adaptation retains the original poem's trochaic tetrameter, a rhythmic likeness to the Finnish epic Kalevala, which Longfellow admired, thus preserving the distinctive musicality and oral tradition of storytelling. Immersed in a rich tapestry of cultural mythos and nature's grandeur, the text dwells on themes of peace, unity, and respect for the environment, encapsulated in a narrative-driven form that adds a novel dimension to the enduring myth of Hiawatha.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, a titan of American literature, drew upon the vast well of indigenous legends to craft his 1855 version of 'The Song of Hiawatha'. Longfellow's fascination with Native American cultures was partly inspired by his friendship with Ojibwe Chief Kahge-ga-gah-bowh and Henry Rowe Schoolcraft, an ethnographer and government agent among the tribes of the Great Lakes. This adaptation is a testament to Longfellow's pervasive influence and his abiding quest to integrate the legends and life-ways of Native Americans into the nation's literary heritage.
For enthusiasts of American poetry and folklore, 'The Story of Hiawatha, Adapted from Longfellow' offers a uniquely feminine perspective on an iconic legend, stepping beyond the bounds of Longfellow's original opus. It is a poignant re-envisioning that connects readers with the spirit of an earlier world, asking them to consider the timeless struggle for harmony with nature and each other. This adaptation shines as a mirror to Longfellow's craftsmanship and as a bridge to cultures that are often rendered invisible, making it an essential read for those who seek to understand the full, rich mosaic of America's storytelling lineage.
Available since: 08/10/2022.
Print length: 145 pages.

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