Notes on the Iroquois / or, Contributions to the Statistics, Aboriginal History, Antiquities and General Ethnology of Western New-York

Name: Notes on the Iroquois / or, Contributions to the Statistics, Aboriginal History, Antiquities and General Ethnology of Western New-York
Author: Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

By Henry Rowe Schoolcraft

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A comprehensive ethnographic and historical survey of the Iroquoian peoples of western New York, combining official census returns with analytical minutes on origins, social structure, religious beliefs, and the confederacy's organization. The author records oral traditions, war accounts, cosmogonic motifs, and practices such as witchcraft and marriage customs, and offers ethnological observations on language and totemic ties. The work maps and describes archaeological sites, classifies relics and aboriginal art, and includes plans and sketches of ancient earthworks. It concludes with demographic summaries, assessments of contemporary moral and social condition, and appendices containing vocabularies and cited sources.

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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.