The Hero Twins

The Hero Twins A Navajo-English Story of the Monster Slayers

Paperback (28 Feb 2015) | English,Navajo

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Publisher's Synopsis

The Hero Twins tells the story of two brothers born to Changing Woman and trained by the Holy People to save their people from the naayéé', a race of monsters. But the naayéé' can't be beaten alone. Family and friends and wise mentors must lead any warrior down the good path toward victory. Colourful illustrations show the action as the twins seek out their father to receive the weapons they need to face the greatest monster of them all: Yé'iitsoh.

Told in Navajo, the Diné language, and English, this story exists in many versions, and all demonstrate the importance of thinking, patience, persistence, bravery, and reverence. These teachings still help the Diné-and everyone-find the harmony of a balanced and braver life.

Book information

ISBN: 9780826355331
Publisher: University of New Mexico Press
Imprint: University of New Mexico Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 398.20899726
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English,Navajo
Number of pages: 52
Weight: 214g
Height: 171mm
Width: 260mm
Spine width: 5mm