Kachinas, Spirit Beings of the Hopi

Kachinas, Spirit Beings of the Hopi
Author: Neil David
Publisher:
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2007-01-16
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

The Hopi Indians have had Kachinas in their religion for over one thousand years. Over the years many works have been published about the Kachinas. Most of these have discussed them from the white man's interpretation of what the Hopi have told him. This book gives readers the perspective of the Hopis. The seventy-nine Kachinas depicted in this book were painted by Neil David, Sr., a Hopi-Tewa from First Mesa, in the village of Hano, Arizona. The paintings show both the front and back of each Kachina; that is the entire costume of the Kachina. The descriptions of the Kachinas have come from the mouths of various Hopi. They discuss differences in the Kachinas as they appear on each of the three Southwest mesas where the Hopi make their home. The Kachinas which appear in this book are, in general, rare and unusual Kachinas and will enlighten those who wish to learn about and appreciate theKachinas, Spirit Beings of the Hopi.

Kachina Tales From the Indian Pueblos

Kachina Tales From the Indian Pueblos
Author:
Publisher: Sunstone Press
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2012-09-14
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1611391369

This collection of American Indian legends was gathered by Gene Meany Hodge from authentic sources in the 1930s and centers around the sacred supernatural personages of the American Pueblo Indians called Kachinas (pronounced Kah-chee-nahs). Mrs. Hodge wrote: “All in all the Kachinas are lovable and kindly supernaturals who bring rain and other blessings to the people.” The legends of the Kachinas are a unifying and cohesive force in the continuance of Native American social history. In these stories, you discover why Kachinas wear feathers, how Tihkuyi created the game animals, why the war chiefs abandoned latiku, how the rattlesnakes came to be what they are and other events from the past. This book makes an ideal companion to “Coyote Tales from the Indian Pueblos,” also published by Sunstone Press.

Classic Hopi and Zuni Kachina Figures

Classic Hopi and Zuni Kachina Figures
Author: Barton Wright
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780890135969

Lavish art book presents the finest traditional Hispanic and religious arts in New Mexico from the Spanish Colonial period.

Hopi Indian Kachina Dolls

Hopi Indian Kachina Dolls
Author: Oscar T. Branson
Publisher: Treasure Chest Books
Total Pages: 243
Release: 1992-01-01
Genre: Hopi Indians
ISBN: 9780918080646

Contains over 300 drawn color sketches of kachina dolls, with types of masks, body paint, clothing, moccasins, jewelry, tabletas, articles used and carried, and the meaning of symbols.

Mythology of the American Indians

Mythology of the American Indians
Author: Evelyn Wolfson
Publisher: Enslow Publishing, LLC
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2014-07-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0766061620

Long before they were written down, American Indian myths were kept alive by a strong oral tradition. Have you ever wondered how the world was made? This book discusses this mystery, along with other myths and legends from different culture areas throughout North America. Each chapter is followed by a Question and Answer section which covers characters, themes, and symbols. An Expert Commentary section enhances the myths with opinions by noted scholars.

Kachinas

Kachinas
Author: Barton Wright
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780890135952

The first colonial cartographer of New Mexico, he helped create the culturally unique santero tradition that still thrives today.

Hopi Kachinas

Hopi Kachinas
Author: Ron Pecina
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780764344299

The Hopi Indian's rich culture and exciting religious ceremonies continue to thrive. However, outsiders have limited opportunity to witness the exciting Katsina dances and ceremonies of the Hopi, save through the well-known and much prized kachina dolls the Katsina spiritually inform. Presenting work from a select set of recognizable Hopi artists, this book relates the detailed history and culture of the Hopis in tandem with their creative efforts to showcase that framework: from remarkable paintings to the kachina sculptures and dolls that manifest as physical representations of the Katsinam, the Hopis' spiritual beings. These pieces complement the Pecina's studious and informative narrative of chronological vignettes and text based on a careful selection of events in Hopi history, oral teachings of great cultural significance, and legends of the Katsinam. Hopi Kachinas presents a clear and meticulous portrait of the Hopis beliefs, history, legends, their Katsina celebrations, and the personas of the Katsinam. This book illuminates the stage of study for scholars, and is vital for students of the Hopi culture.

The Kachina Doll Mystery

The Kachina Doll Mystery
Author: Carolyn Keene
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 142
Release: 2015-03-17
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1481450123

When Nancy arrives at the McGuire’s fitness ranch in Arizona, she discovers that the future of the ranch is being threatened by unexplained accidents. Teaming up with a ghost, Nancy begins her search for a precious collection of ancient Kachina dolls that may unlock the motives of her elusive adversary. Will the person determined to prevent the ranch from operating succeed?

The Fourth World of the Hopis

The Fourth World of the Hopis
Author: Harold Courlander
Publisher: UNM Press
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1971
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780826310118

A collection of twenty legends of the Hopi people, originating in the different tribes and relating tales of journeys, wars, heroic deeds, and tribal heroes.