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John Eliot's First Indian Teacher and Interpreter Cockenoe-de-Long Island and The Story of His Career from the Early Records

By William Wallace Tooker
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An historical essay reconstructs the life of a Long Island Native who, after capture during regional conflicts and residence in an English household, became a skilled interpreter and linguistic collaborator for an English clergyman, aiding in translation of prayers and scripture and in communications between settlers and indigenous groups. The author uses letters, colonial records, and language evidence to trace the subject's movements, roles in preaching and diplomacy, and influence on local colonial–indigenous interactions.

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William Wallace Tooker

William Wallace Tooker was an American author and historian known for his contributions to the understanding of Native American history and culture. His notable work, "John Eliot's First Indian Teacher and Interpreter Cockenoe-de-Long Island and The Story of His Career from the Early Records," explores the life and impact of Cockenoe, an important figure in early colonial interactions between Native Americans and European settlers. Through his writings, Tooker aimed to shed light on the complexities of these relationships and the role of indigenous individuals in shaping early American history.

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