Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements (eBook)

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2022
32 Seiten
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859-654723777-8 (EAN)

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Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements - James Owen Dorsey
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In 'Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements,' James Owen Dorsey provides a comprehensive study of the Omaha tribe's material culture, focusing on their dwellings, furniture, and various implements. Dorsey meticulously describes the construction of Omaha houses, the types of furniture used by the tribe, and the tools and utensils they utilized in their everyday lives. Written in a detailed and scholarly style, this book places the Omaha tribe within the context of Native American studies and provides valuable insights into their social customs and traditions. Dorsey's work is a crucial resource for anyone interested in Native American material culture. James Owen Dorsey, a renowned ethnologist and linguist, draws on his extensive fieldwork and research to bring to light the material culture of the Omaha tribe. His expertise in Native American studies and keen interest in preserving the traditions of indigenous peoples make him a notable authority on the subject. Dorsey's dedication to documenting and analyzing the material culture of the Omaha tribe shines through in this insightful and informative book. I highly recommend 'Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements' to readers interested in Native American studies, anthropology, and material culture. Dorsey's in-depth exploration of the Omaha tribe's material culture offers a unique perspective on the customs and lifestyles of this indigenous community.

James Owen Dorsey (1848–1895) was an American ethnologist, linguist, and missionary of considerable note in the scholarly community, particularly known for his extensive studies and documentation of the Siouan-Catawban families of Native American tribes. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Dorsey developed a profound interest in the language and culture of Native American societies. His endeavors led him to live among various tribes, where he meticulously recorded their tongues and traditions, contributing significantly to the ethnological understanding of these communities. After joining the Bureau of American Ethnology, Dorsey devoted his life to fieldwork and scholarship. His detailed observations and analyses culminated in several seminal works, including 'Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements' (1896), which provides an insightful glimpse into the material culture of the Omaha people. Dorsey's literary style is characterized by a commitment to the precise documentation of indigenous lexicons and the ethnographic context, blending both a scientific approach to linguistic anthropology and an empathetic portrayal of the cultures he studied. His works remain invaluable resources for researchers and enthusiasts of Native American studies, linguistic diversity, and cultural history.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 4.9.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur
Sozialwissenschaften Ethnologie
Schlagworte 19th century American authors • Anthropological investigation • anthropological literature • Classic • Classic Literature • cultural heritage preservation • Cultural Materialism • Ethnographic Research • Ethnographic Study • Historical • historical anthropology • historical fiction • Indigenous artifacts • indigenous people customs • James Owen Dorsey works • Mid-19th century exploration • Native American Culture • Native American Studies • Omaha Indians • Omaha tribe culture • public domain classics • scholarly research • Traditional Omaha homes
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