Haudenosaunee+Source+page

As you may already know, Longfellow's epic poem will be a big part of our unit on the[| Haudenosaunee] ** ( ** Note that this link is to a wikipedia page; if you follow it, read the discussion section as well as the article). This page contains a series of links and an attachment. Please make good use of them.

[|The Song of Hiawatha] This is the on-line text of the actual epic. There's a great Editor's introduction that explains Longfellow's sources and influences.

[|A brief intro] This was the handout I distributed in class. It's quite easy to read and discusses Longfellow's purpose as well as the American Public's reception.

[|A glossary of Ojibway Words] As you know, Longfellow's Hiawatha is based on some Chippewa myths that he learned from a female member of the tribe. Check out this glossary.