By Andrew Lang
ReadOasis Step 2
(Part 3)

“Look,” the old man said. “See that distant water, that stretch of fields? That is the Land of Souls. But no man can enter it without leaving his body behind. So, lay down your body here. Also, your bow and your animal skin. They shall be kept for you safely.”

Then the old man turned away, and the young chief started to float into the air. As he flew along, the smells grew sweeter. The flowers grew more beautiful. Animals rubbed their noses against him ...