The Assiniboine (1910)

The Assiniboine is a book written by Robert Harry Lowie, originally published in 1910. The book provides an in-depth study of the Assiniboine people, a Native American tribe that predominantly resided in the Great Plains of North America. Lowie, an anthropologist and ethnographer, conducted extensive research on the Assiniboine people, their culture, beliefs, and practices.The book begins with an overview of the Assiniboine tribe’s history, including their migration patterns and interactions with other indigenous groups. Lowie then delves into the tribe’s social structure, including their kinship systems, political organization, and religious beliefs. The author also explores the Assiniboine’s daily life, including their hunting and gathering practices, food and clothing, and housing.Throughout the book, Lowie provides detailed descriptions of the Assiniboine’s ceremonies and rituals, including their vision quests, sun dances, and healing practices. He also examines the impact of European colonization on the tribe, including the introduction of Christianity and the forced relocation of the Assiniboine people to reservations.Overall, The Assiniboine is a comprehensive study of a Native American tribe, providing insight into their history, culture, and way of life. The book remains an important resource for scholars and researchers interested in the study of indigenous peoples.From Anthropological Papers Of The American Museum Of Natural History V4, Part 1.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.