Publisher's Synopsis
""The Ainu Group at the Saint Louis Exposition (1904)"" is a historical book written by Frederick Starr. It is a comprehensive account of the Ainu people's participation in the 1904 World's Fair held in Saint Louis, Missouri. The book delves into the cultural and social aspects of the Ainu people, who are indigenous to Japan's northernmost island of Hokkaido. Starr's work provides a detailed description of the Ainu village that was constructed for the exposition, including the traditional Ainu houses, clothing, and daily life. The book also explores the Ainu's interactions with other groups at the fair, including Native Americans and other indigenous peoples. Additionally, it provides insight into the attitudes and perceptions of Westerners towards the Ainu people during this time period. Overall, ""The Ainu Group at the Saint Louis Exposition (1904)"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Ainu people and their interactions with the Western world at the turn of the 20th century.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.
