Arapaho Child Life And Its Cultural Background: Smithsonian Institution Bureau Of American Ethnology, No. 148 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258485603)

The book ""Arapaho Child Life And Its Cultural Background: Smithsonian Institution Bureau Of American Ethnology, No. 148"" by Mary Inez Hilger is a comprehensive study of the Arapaho tribe's child-rearing practices and cultural background. The book is part of the Smithsonian Institution Bureau of American Ethnology series and is numbered 148. The author, Mary Inez Hilger, was an American anthropologist who specialized in the study of Native American cultures. In this book, she provides a detailed account of the Arapaho tribe's child-rearing practices, including their beliefs about childbirth, naming ceremonies, and the role of parents and extended family in raising children. Hilger also delves into the cultural background of the Arapaho tribe, discussing their history, language, religion, and social organization. She draws from a variety of sources, including interviews with Arapaho elders, historical documents, and anthropological research, to provide a thorough and nuanced understanding of the tribe's way of life. Overall, ""Arapaho Child Life And Its Cultural Background"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, particularly the child-rearing practices of the Arapaho tribe. It offers a unique perspective on the ways in which cultural beliefs and practices shape the lives of children and families.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.

Author: Mary Inez Hilger
ISBN-10: 1258485605
ISBN-13: 9781258485603
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 09/22/2012
Pages: 310
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d