Legends of Vancouver - 1961

A captivating collection of Indigenous legends that breathes life into the landscape of Vancouver, transforming familiar landmarks into places of wonder and ancient memory. Written at the turn of the last century and first published in 1911, this remarkable work emerged from the friendship between a Mohawk princess and West Coast Squamish Chief Joe Capilano, who shared these sacred stories with Johnson. Drawn from the oral traditions of the Coast Salish peoples, the collection presents a blend of semi-historical narratives and romantic elements that invite readers to see Vancouver through Indigenous eyes. Each legend transforms the urban landscape into something magical—where mountains hold the spirits of ancient sisters, where rocks are transformed lovers, and where every inlet and forest carries the memory of those who came before. - Legends of Vancouver - E. Pauline Johnson (Tekahionwake) Published 1961, McLelland & Stewart Limited, Hardcover. Approx. 4.5x7.5in. 176pp. Dustjacket has wear along the edges. Book itself is in good vintage condition.