Spider Woman's Granddaughters: Traditional Tales and Contemporary Writing by Native American Women

Spider Woman's Granddaughters

Traditional Tales and Contemporary Writing by Native American Women

1989 • 289 pages

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CascadianRain
Michael KlaasSupporter

As with any anthology, this book has its mix of contributions that resonate and those that do not. While I found myself profoundly moved and occasionally enlightened by some of the stories within, my personal experience found the book lacking.

This may be a valuable anthology for academic purposes, but I don’t recommend it to the casual reader. If you’re engaged with the subject matter, however, it may serve to introduce you to writers that will deepen your appreciation for the experiences and mythological interpretations of indigenous North American women.

June 22, 2025