Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
The American Race: A Linguistic Classification and Description of the Native Tribes of North and South America

The American Race: A Linguistic Classification and Description of the Native Tribes of North and South America

Brinton, Daniel G.

Paperback

Secret SocietiesLinguisticsFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1162959703
ISBN13: 9781162959702
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 392
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The American Race: A Linguistic Classification and Description of the Native Tribes of North and South America is a comprehensive book written by Daniel G. Brinton. The book provides a detailed linguistic classification and description of the native tribes of North and South America. It covers a vast range of topics, including the geographical distribution of the tribes, their physical characteristics, their languages, and their customs and traditions. Brinton's work is considered a significant contribution to the study of Native American languages and cultures. He uses a comparative approach to classify the languages of the tribes, grouping them into distinct families based on their similarities and differences. The book also includes a detailed description of the grammar and vocabulary of several Native American languages, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of their linguistic structures. In addition to its linguistic focus, The American Race also delves into the social and cultural practices of the tribes. Brinton provides detailed descriptions of their religious beliefs, social organization, and economic activities. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on Native American societies and cultures. Overall, The American Race is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, linguistics, and culture of Native American tribes. Brinton's comprehensive approach and attention to detail make this book an essential reference for scholars and students alike.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.

Also from

Brinton, Daniel G.

View All

Also in

Fiction Anthologies

View All