Literature of the Indian Languages by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft
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| Author | Schoolcraft, Henry Rowe, 1793-1864 |
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| LoC No. | 01010215 |
| Title |
Literature of the Indian Languages
A Bibliographical Catalogue of Books, Translations of the Scriptures, and Other Publications in the Indian Tongues of the United States, With Brief Critical Notes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Literature of the Indian Languages" by Henry Rowe Schoolcraft is a scholarly publication written during the mid-19th century. The book serves as a bibliographical catalogue and critical examination of books, translations of the Scriptures, and other publications in various Native American languages of the United States. Its central theme revolves around the significance of Indian languages in understanding the history and culture of Indian tribes. The content is structured into chapters focusing on different language families, such as Iroquois, Algonquin, Appalachian, Dakota, and others. Each section provides details about specific works translated into these languages, often including critical notices about the translations' qualities and their historical context. The purpose of the book is not only to catalog existing literature but also to highlight the ongoing efforts to preserve and study Native American languages, emphasizing their importance in understanding the rich cultural and historical significance of the tribes. Schoolcraft’s work aims to encourage translators and researchers to contribute to the development of this body of literature, thereby aiding in the preservation of these languages for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Indians of North America -- Languages -- Bibliography |
| Subject | Indian imprints -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 49514 |
| Release Date | Jul 24, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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