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Description
Traditions Of The Osage is a book written by George A. Dorsey, which presents a comprehensive account of the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the Osage tribe. The Osage are a Native American people who originally inhabited the regions of present-day Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma. The book is based on the author's extensive research and fieldwork among the Osage people, and it offers valuable insights into their social organization, religion, mythology, and daily life.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of Osage culture. The first chapter provides an overview of the Osage people's history, including their migration from the east, their encounters with Europeans, and their eventual relocation to Oklahoma. The subsequent chapters delve into various cultural practices, such as the Osage language, kinship systems, marriage customs, and social hierarchy.One of the book's most significant contributions is its detailed exploration of Osage religious beliefs and practices. The author describes the Osage's complex system of deities, spirits, and ceremonies, which are central to their spiritual worldview. The book also includes detailed descriptions of Osage mythology, including stories of creation, heroism, and morality.Overall, Traditions Of The Osage is an essential resource for anyone interested in Native American culture and history. It provides a unique and insightful perspective on the Osage people, their traditions, and their way of life.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.
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- Nombre de pages :
- 68
- Langue:
- Anglais
Caractéristiques
- EAN:
- 9781162954097
- Date de parution :
- 10-09-10
- Format:
- Livre broché
- Format numérique:
- Trade paperback (VS)
- Dimensions :
- 152 mm x 229 mm
- Poids :
- 104 g
