Dances And Societies Of The Plains Shoshone

""Dances and Societies of the Plains Shoshone"" is a book written by Robert Harry Lowie and published in 1915 as part of the Anthropological Papers of the American Museum of Natural History. The book provides a comprehensive study of the Plains Shoshone tribe, focusing on their dances and societies. Lowie examines the various dances and rituals that were performed by the Plains Shoshone, including the Sun Dance, the Ghost Dance, and the Bear Dance. He also explores the social organization of the tribe, discussing their kinship systems, marriage customs, and political structures. Through his detailed analysis, Lowie provides insight into the cultural practices and beliefs of the Plains Shoshone, shedding light on a little-known aspect of Native American history. The book is a valuable resource for anthropologists, historians, and anyone interested in Native American culture and traditions.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.