Myths and Legends of the Sioux - Mclaughlin, Marie L.
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Myths and Legends of the Sioux was edited by Marie L McLaughlin who was one quarter Sioux. McLaughlin spent her childhood living in an Indian community and after her marriage to an Indian agent she lived on several reservations. She spoke the Sioux language fluently and spent much time hearing and writing down the myths of these people. The myths will give insight into the mentality of the Sioux race and will also delight any child who hears the stories.

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Myths and Legends of the Sioux was edited by Marie L McLaughlin who was one quarter Sioux. McLaughlin spent her childhood living in an Indian community and after her marriage to an Indian agent she lived on several reservations. She spoke the Sioux language fluently and spent much time hearing and writing down the myths of these people. The myths will give insight into the mentality of the Sioux race and will also delight any child who hears the stories.
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Marie L. McLaughlin (1842-1933) was born in Minnesota and lived in a predominantly Native American community. She was educated at Prairie du Chien before marrying Major James McLaughlin in 1864. Her husband worked with an agency that helped to manage tribal affairs and enforce government policy. During his career, Marie was exposed to various indigenous cultures and in 1916, she wrote and published Myths and Legends of the Sioux. It's considered her most notable work and is comprised of many tales she learned throughout her life.