The man who married the moon, and other Pueblo Indian folk-stories

Step into the world of the Pueblo peoples, where stories flow as naturally as the rivers that shape their villages. Collected from the elders who guard these ancient whispers, the tales reveal a lively cast of characters—coyotes outwitting rivals, moon maidens courting mortals, and heroic twins battling cosmic forces. The narratives are woven with the rhythm of oral tradition, preserving a spirit that predates written history while still speaking to modern listeners.

Among the vivid episodes, a humble man daring to wed the moon captures both wonder and humor, while mischievous coyote adventures teach cleverness and caution in equal measure. Other favorites, like the War‑Dance of the Mice and the Stone‑Moving Song, blend natural observation with moral insight, offering snapshots of Pueblo life, values, and the playful logic of their mythic landscape. Illustrated with period drawings that echo the stories’ visual richness, this collection invites you to hear the laughter, lessons, and lingering magic of a culture that has kept its folklore alive for centuries.