Societies Of The Arikara Indians (1913) - Robert Harry Lowie - Bog

Societies Of The Arikara Indians is a book written by Robert Harry Lowie in 1913. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the Arikara Indian society, including their social structure, religious beliefs, and cultural practices. Lowie's research is based on his personal experiences living among the Arikara people, as well as extensive interviews with tribal members and other primary sources. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Arikara society. Lowie examines the various social classes within the tribe, such as the chiefs, warriors, and commoners, and how they interacted with one another. He also delves into the Arikara's spiritual beliefs, including their worship of animal spirits and the importance of dreams in their religious practices. In addition to providing a detailed description of Arikara society, Lowie also discusses the impact of European colonization on the tribe. He examines how the introduction of new technologies, such as guns and horses, changed the Arikara way of life and led to conflicts with neighboring tribes. Overall, Societies Of The Arikara Indians is a comprehensive and insightful study of a fascinating Native American culture. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and anthropology of the Arikara people and their contributions to American society.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.