He is a figure in many Wabanaki stories
Gluskap, a culture hero of the Algonquian-speaking people of North America, created the world and has helped his people in many situations. According to Native American mythology, Gluskap was responsible for making all the good things in the universe-the air, the earth, the animals, and the people-from his mother's body. His evil brother Malsum created the mountains and valleys and all the things that are a bother to humans, such as snakes.
Stanley T. Spicer has written: 'Glooscap legends' -- subject(s): Abenaki Indians, Folklore, Gluskap (Legendary character), Legends 'Maritimers ashore & afloat' 'Sails of Fundy' -- subject(s): Schooners, Shipbuilding