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An Address, Delivered Before the Was-ah Ho-de-no-son-ne or New Confederacy of the Iroquois / Also, Genundewah, a Poem

By Henry Rowe Schoolcraft
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The address contends that a republic without royal patronage must rely on voluntary, locally organized societies to foster literary and scholarly effort, and it praises a newly formed literary confederacy that adopts Indigenous names and symbols to unite students of letters. The speaker urges Americans to draw on native history, antiquities, and traditions as sources for an original national literature while pursuing historical research, antiquarian study, and polite letters. The volume also includes a poem delivered at the same assembly that evokes Indigenous themes and ceremonial memory to complement the address.

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Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

Henry Rowe Schoolcraft was an American geographer, ethnologist, and writer, known for his extensive studies of Native American cultures and languages. His notable work, "Algic Researches," explores the mental characteristics and folklore of North American Indians, providing valuable insights into their traditions and beliefs. Schoolcraft's writings often reflect his deep engagement with the indigenous peoples of the United States, as seen in his personal memoirs detailing thirty years of residence with various tribes. His contributions to the understanding of Native American history and culture have left a lasting impact on the field of ethnology.

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