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Notes On The Shuswap People Of British Columbia (1891)

Notes On The Shuswap People Of British Columbia (1891)

George Mercer Dawson

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781120658210
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''Notes On The Shuswap People Of British Columbia'' is a historical book written by George Mercer Dawson in 1891. The book is a comprehensive account of the Shuswap people, who are indigenous to British Columbia, Canada. Dawson was a renowned geologist, ethnologist, and surveyor who had extensive knowledge of the Shuswap people and their culture. The book provides a detailed description of the Shuswap people’s way of life, including their social structure, religious beliefs, and customs. Dawson also discusses the Shuswap language, their art and music, and their relationship with the natural environment. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Shuswap culture. Dawson provides an in-depth analysis of the Shuswap people’s history, including their interactions with European settlers and the impact of colonization on their way of life. Overall, ''Notes On The Shuswap People Of British Columbia'' is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Shuswap people. Dawson’s detailed observations and insights provide a unique perspective on the lives of this indigenous community, making it an essential read for historians, anthropologists, and anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of British Columbia.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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