Haida Songs V3; Tsimshian Texts (1912) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548957868)

Haida Songs V3; Tsimshian Texts (1912) is a book written by John R. Swanton. The book is a collection of traditional songs and texts from the Haida and Tsimshian cultures of the Pacific Northwest. The third volume in a series, it includes transcriptions and translations of songs and stories that were originally passed down through oral tradition. The book provides insight into the rich cultural heritage of these indigenous peoples, including their beliefs, customs, and history. The author, John R. Swanton, was an American anthropologist who spent much of his career studying the cultures of the Pacific Northwest. His work has been influential in the field of anthropology and continues to be an important resource for scholars and students of indigenous cultures. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and traditions of the Haida and Tsimshian peoples, as well as for those studying anthropology, linguistics, and cultural studies.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: John R. Swanton,Franz Boas
ISBN-10: 054895786X
ISBN-13: 9780548957868
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 292
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.81d