This book is a study of the hero-myths of the Native American cultures of the Western Continent. It is an early attempt to distinguish between myth and reality in the Native American hero lore and one of the first in-depth studies of Native American cultural beliefs. The author, Daniel Garrison Brinton, examines the hero-myths of various Native American tribes and compares them to the myths of other cultures. He argues that the hero-myths of the Native Americans are an important part of their religious beliefs and that they provide valuable insights into the culture and history of the Native American people.