Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona

"Aw-Aw-Tam Indian Nights: Being the Myths and Legends of the Pimas of Arizona" by J. Wm. (John William) Lloyd is a collection of age-old narratives intended to preserve the stories of the Pima people of Arizona, told to the author through a unique relationship with Edward Hubert Wood and his ancestral ties to the storyteller Thin Buckskin. The author recounts his travels to the Gila River Reservation, vividly depicting his introduction to Pima culture and his growing awareness of the urgent need to document their fading oral traditions. The book explores themes of creation, nature, and the deep cultural connection woven inside each captivating story, transporting readers to a world rich with ancient beliefs and the voices of the Pima community.