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"Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements" by James Owen Dorsey offers a fascinating glimpse into the material culture of the Omaha Indians. This meticulously prepared republication of a historical ethnographic report provides a detailed account of the Omaha people's traditional way of life. Originally published as part of the Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, this work focuses specifically on the construction and use of Native American dwellings, the design and function of their furniture, and the various implements they employed in their daily lives. Drawing upon…mehr

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"Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements" by James Owen Dorsey offers a fascinating glimpse into the material culture of the Omaha Indians. This meticulously prepared republication of a historical ethnographic report provides a detailed account of the Omaha people's traditional way of life. Originally published as part of the Thirteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, this work focuses specifically on the construction and use of Native American dwellings, the design and function of their furniture, and the various implements they employed in their daily lives. Drawing upon firsthand observations, Dorsey provides invaluable insights into the social, cultural, and historical context of these artifacts. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Omaha Indians, Native American studies, or the anthropology of material culture. It serves as a valuable historical document, preserving a vital record of a unique and important cultural heritage. Readers interested in United States history and indigenous studies will find this a compelling and informative work. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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James Owen Dorsey (1848-1895) was an American ethnologist, linguist, and missionary of considerable note in the scholarly community, particularly known for his extensive studies and documentation of the Siouan-Catawban families of Native American tribes. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Dorsey developed a profound interest in the language and culture of Native American societies. His endeavors led him to live among various tribes, where he meticulously recorded their tongues and traditions, contributing significantly to the ethnological understanding of these communities. After joining the Bureau of American Ethnology, Dorsey devoted his life to fieldwork and scholarship. His detailed observations and analyses culminated in several seminal works, including 'Omaha Dwellings, Furniture and Implements' (1896), which provides an insightful glimpse into the material culture of the Omaha people. Dorsey's literary style is characterized by a commitment to the precise documentation of indigenous lexicons and the ethnographic context, blending both a scientific approach to linguistic anthropology and an empathetic portrayal of the cultures he studied. His works remain invaluable resources for researchers and enthusiasts of Native American studies, linguistic diversity, and cultural history.