The Native Races [of the Pacific states], Volume 1, Wild Tribes / The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, Volume 1

Name: The Native Races [of the Pacific states], Volume 1, Wild Tribes / The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, Volume 1
Author: Hubert Howe Bancroft

By Hubert Howe Bancroft

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A comprehensive ethnographic survey of the indigenous peoples of the western half of North America, covering groups from Alaska through Mexico and Central America, it compiles descriptions of physical characteristics, social customs, languages, belief systems, and material remains, and traces patterns of migration and cultural change. The work collects and synthesizes archival documents, missionary and traveler accounts, and oral traditions, organizes tribes into territorial and cultural categories—emphasizing wild or nonagricultural groups here—and situates their decline after European contact while outlining methods and sources used.

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Hubert Howe Bancroft

Hubert Howe Bancroft was an American historian and author, renowned for his extensive works on the history of the American West and Central America. His most notable contributions include the multi-volume "History of Central America," which spans from the early 16th century to the late 19th century, and the comprehensive "Native Races of the Pacific States," which explores the indigenous peoples of the region. Bancroft's meticulous research and dedication to documenting the history and cultures of these areas have made his works significant in the field of American history. His writings reflect a deep engagement with the complexities of cultural interactions and the historical narratives of Native American populations.