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Alberta Elders' Cree Dictionary Nancy LeClaire and George Cardinal Based upon the Northern or Woods Cree and Plains Cree Dialects, this extensive bilingual reference also includes a 78 page supplemental section on New Terms. Definitions emphasizing usage make this an excellent choice for those interested in understanding Cree as it is spoken. This handsomely bound edition includes several useful appendixes. Paperback, 577 pages, 1998. $65
Dictionnaire Français-cri (Dialecte Québécois) Louis-Philippe Vaillancourt This dictionary for French speakers includes pronunciation guides and grammatical prefaces for the Québécois dialect of the Cree language. Published by the University of Quebec, this reference includes standardized definitions supplemented by black and white illustrations. Paperback, 465 pages, 1992. $57
Cree Legends and Narratives (from the West Coast of James Bay) / Âtalôhkâna Nêsta Tipâcimôwina - Text and translation edited by C. Douglas Ellis A bilingual reader of narratives and legends of the Swampy Cree, Kashechewan Cree and Moose Cree people. Presented in an "as told by" format, these stories are conversational and humorous in their recollections of tribal folklore and fables. The written Cree corresponds to three different variants of the Northern Cree dialects, with English translations on facing pages. A fascinating read for speakers of either language, especially those interested in the narratives of this region, or for speakers or students of Cree who want to expand upon their understanding of the written language. Included are brief biographies of the narrators, as well as some information regarding the different types of narratives represented in this book. Hardback, 554 pages, 1995. $99.95