Zuni Folktales · Character
The Owl
A single owl character appearing in specific tales.
minor
Also known as Owl, the old Owl, The Owl
First appearance: zuni folktales
The Owl shows up with force in Told the Second Night. The page is where that presence becomes real.
A wise being who counsels the young man, gives him medicine of sleep, and orchestrates a temporary reunion.
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In Told the Second Night: A wise being who counsels the young man, gives him medicine of sleep, and orchestrates a temporary reunion. Later, in How the Corn-Pests Were Ensnared: The old master of ceremonies who…
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Owl Characters
- Protagonist
- Twin War Gods and Companions
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
The emotional and psychological peak occurs when the children’s joyful play turns to horror as the elder siste…
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The Owl appears across 2 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
Chapter companion notes
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See The Owl in zuni folktales