Aboriginal America - Jacob Abbott - Bog

Aboriginal America is a non-fiction book written by Jacob Abbott that provides a comprehensive overview of the history, culture, and traditions of the indigenous peoples of North America. The book covers a range of topics, including the origins of the native peoples, their migration patterns, their social and political structures, their religious beliefs and practices, and their interactions with European colonizers.The book begins with an introduction to the various tribes and nations of North America, including the Algonquin, Iroquois, Sioux, and Navajo, among others. It then delves into the history of these peoples, exploring their early development and the ways in which they adapted to their environments.Throughout the book, Abbott discusses the complex relationships between the various native tribes and nations, as well as their interactions with European explorers and settlers. He explores the impact of European colonization on the native populations, including the devastating effects of disease, warfare, and displacement.In addition to its historical content, Aboriginal America also provides insights into the daily lives of the native peoples, including their food, clothing, and housing. The book also explores the rich artistic traditions of the indigenous peoples, including their music, dance, and storytelling.Overall, Aboriginal America is a fascinating and informative book that offers a comprehensive overview of the history and culture of North America's native peoples. It is an essential read for anyone interested in learning more about the rich and complex history of the Americas.The bark used for the covering of the huts and lodges was commonly birch bark, a kind which peels off the tree in large thin sheets, and is of a substance, too, which is completely impervious to water. These sheets of bark could be rolled up in a very compact form, as matting or carpeting is rolled with us.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.