
Cold Maker
BLACKFEET - INDIAN STORIES - BY - GEORGE BIRD GRINNELL
1915
Blackfeet Indian Stories
TWO FAST RUNNERS
THE WOLF MAN
KŬT-O-YĬS´, THE BLOOD BOY
THE DOG AND THE ROOT DIGGER
THE CAMP OF THE GHOSTS
THE BUFFALO STONE
These tales echo the voice of the Blackfeet peoples, whose lives unfolded on the open prairie, beneath the sky, and within the whispering timber. The stories were passed down from grandfather to grandchild, preserving a worldview shaped by hunting, wandering on foot, and the simple tools of stone, wood, and bone. Listeners are offered a glimpse into a culture where a single dog carried packs, skin‑made clothing kept warmth, and the rhythm of the land dictated daily rhythm.
Among the early narratives, a boastful antelope challenges a deer to a race across the plains, only to discover that the terrain decides the victor, a lesson in humility and the limits of pride. In another, a solitary hunter’s wife and co‑wife plot his downfall, setting a trap at his favorite lookout; the story unfolds with tension and consequence, reflecting the values of responsibility and the perils of deceit. Together, these opening episodes invite you into a world where animal wisdom and human folly intertwine, setting the tone for the rest of the collection.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (206K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-10-22
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1849–1938
A pioneering naturalist and writer, he helped shape early American conservation while also documenting the cultures and histories of Plains Indigenous peoples. His life joined science, exploration, magazine journalism, and advocacy for wildlife protection.
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