Sacred legends of the Sandy Lake Cree
by James R. Stevens
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Sacred Legends of the Sandy Lake Cree. Carl Ray (1942-1978) was from the Sandy Lake Reserve in northwestern Ontario. He was a well-known Woodland style artist and was a member of the Indian Group of Seven, who painted in this style. Carl Ray translated the traditional stories collected from Sandy Lake Cree elders, Abraham Mamakeesick, Monias Fiddler, John Goodman, William Mamakeesick, and St. John Kakekagumick. The stories are organized around themes and key culture heroes. Many of the show more stories revolve around the humourous exploits of the supernatural trickster, Wee-sa-kay-jac. There are legends about the Rolling Head, the Thunderbirds, and Ja-ka-baysh. The authors include five stories about Windigo, as well as a collection of predictions and customs. show lessTags
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