California Place Names Of Indian Origin (1916)

California Place Names Of Indian Origin is a book written by Alfred Louis Kroeber and published in 1916. The book provides an extensive list of California place names that have Indian origins, along with their meanings and the tribes that used them. Kroeber, a renowned anthropologist, was known for his expertise in Native American languages and cultures, and this book reflects his deep knowledge of the subject. The book is organized alphabetically by place name, making it easy to navigate and find specific information. It also includes a detailed introduction that provides historical context and background information on the Native American tribes of California. Overall, California Place Names Of Indian Origin is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of California's indigenous peoples.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.