Publisher's Synopsis
Contributions to North American Ethnology Volume 3 is a book written by Stephen Powers and published in 1877. The book is a collection of essays and articles on the ethnology of North America, focusing on the indigenous peoples of California, Oregon, and the Great Basin region. The book is divided into six sections, each focusing on a different aspect of North American ethnology. The first section discusses the languages of the indigenous peoples of California, providing detailed descriptions of the grammar and vocabulary of several languages. The second section focuses on the mythology and folklore of the California tribes, including creation stories, legends, and songs. The third section of the book focuses on the indigenous peoples of Oregon, providing descriptions of their customs, beliefs, and traditions. The fourth section discusses the Great Basin region, including the Paiute and Shoshone tribes. The fifth section of the book provides a detailed description of the Paiute language, including its grammar and vocabulary. The final section of the book is a collection of miscellaneous articles and essays on various topics related to North American ethnology. Overall, Contributions to North American Ethnology Volume 3 provides a comprehensive overview of the indigenous peoples of California, Oregon, and the Great Basin region, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of North America's indigenous peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
