The Native Races [of the Pacific states], Volume 3, Myths and Languages / The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, Volume 3

Name: The Native Races [of the Pacific states], Volume 3, Myths and Languages / The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft, Volume 3
Author: Hubert Howe Bancroft

By Hubert Howe Bancroft

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A comprehensive survey combines comparative inquiry into the origins and functions of language and myth with region-by-region accounts of indigenous cosmologies, creation stories, elemental and animal myths, and symbolic roles assigned to birds, serpents, and canids. It documents gods, supernatural beings, rites, priesthoods, festivals, offerings, and notions of the afterlife, and traces how worship and ritual practices relate to social institutions. A closing section presents a linguistic overview of indigenous tongues, describing pronunciations, word formation, gesture and trade jargons, and family relationships among the languages of the Pacific states and neighboring areas.

About the Author

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.