The Religions of the American Indians

This book presents a comprehensive survey of the complex indigenous religions of the Americas, both North and South, as they were in the past and as they still exist in some societies.

List of Plates
Preface to the American Edition
Introduction

I. Tribal Religions
1. The Supernatural
2. The Concept of the High God
3. The World Picture and the Deities of Cosmogonic Myths
4. Gods and Spirits of Nature
5. Totemism and Belief in Guardian Spirits
6. Medicine Men and Shamans
7. The Great Tribal Ceremonies
8. Cult Organizations
9. The Soul and Life Hereafter
10. Historical Patterns of Development and Modern Forms of Religion

II. Religions of the American High Culture
11. The History of Culture and Religion in Nuclear America
12. The Religion of the Inca Indians
13. Mayan Religion
14. The Religion of the Aztecs

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