Myths and Legends of Our Own Land - Volume 08: on the Pacific Slope

Mist drifts through ancient forests and over rugged cliffs where the Pacific meets the sky, carrying with it whispers of gold rush legends, haunted canyons, and the spectral echoes of vanished peoples. The spirit of the western frontier-its promise, peril, and wild beauty-unfolds in this evocative gathering of american folklore and regional ghost stories, each tale rooted in the landscapes of the Pacific Northwest and California. Here, the supernatural and the historical entwine: native american tales of mountain spirits and enchanted waters stand alongside accounts of pioneer era hardships, elusive fortunes, and the enduring mysteries of legendary american places. The collection's power lies in its ability to conjure the atmosphere of a region shaped by both myth and migration, where every river bend and shadowed grove seems to hold secrets just beyond reach.These stories do more than entertain; they preserve the voices, beliefs, and anxieties of those who carved out lives on the Pacific Slope. From the fevered dreams of gold-seekers to the solemn warnings of regional supernatural tales, each narrative offers a window onto the hopes and fears that shaped the western US. The prose is alive with the cadence of oral tradition, capturing the raw immediacy of frontier folklore while inviting readers to consider the shifting boundaries between fact and legend. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, appealing to anyone drawn to pacific northwest legends, california folklore stories, and the enduring allure of the untamed West.

Pagina's: 24, Paperback, Alpha Edition