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The Hako: A Pawnee Ceremony

The Hako: A Pawnee Ceremony

Murie, James R.
Fletcher, Alice C.

Hardcover

PhilosophyNative American HistoryGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 054813538X
ISBN13: 9780548135389
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 25 2007
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.59
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Hako: A Pawnee Ceremony is a book written by Alice C. Fletcher that explores the Pawnee tribe's religious ceremony known as the Hako. The Hako ceremony was a significant event in the Pawnee culture, and this book provides a detailed account of the ceremony's history, rituals, and significance.The book begins with an introduction to the Pawnee tribe and their beliefs, followed by a description of the Hako ceremony's origins and its various components. It also delves into the role of the Hako in Pawnee society and its importance as a means of connecting with their spiritual beliefs.The book is a comprehensive study of the Hako ceremony, including the songs, dances, and prayers that are part of the ceremony. It also provides an insight into the Pawnee people's way of life and their relationship with the natural world.The author, Alice C. Fletcher, was an ethnologist who lived among the Pawnee people in the late 19th century. Her firsthand experience and research provide a unique perspective on the Hako ceremony and the Pawnee culture.Overall, The Hako: A Pawnee Ceremony is an informative and insightful book that sheds light on the Pawnee people's beliefs and traditions. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture and history.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.

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