Kathlamet Texts

Kathlamet Texts is a book written by Franz Boas, a renowned anthropologist, linguist, and ethnographer. The book contains a collection of texts from the Kathlamet language, which was spoken by the Kathlamet people, a Native American tribe that inhabited the lower Columbia River region in what is now the state of Washington.The texts in the book were collected by Boas during his fieldwork among the Kathlamet people in the late 19th century. They include myths, legends, songs, and other forms of oral literature that were passed down through generations of Kathlamet people.The book is considered an important contribution to the study of Native American languages and cultures. It provides valuable insights into the linguistic and cultural traditions of the Kathlamet people, and sheds light on the ways in which they understood and interacted with their environment.In addition to the texts themselves, the book includes detailed linguistic and ethnographic analysis by Boas, providing context and interpretation for the stories and songs. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of anthropology, linguistics, and Native American studies, as well as anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of the Pacific Northwest region.A Collection Of 33 Myths And Folk Tales, Mainly In The Kathlamet Dialect Of The Upper Chinook Language, Spoken In The State Of Washington With The Native Text And Corresponding English Included.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.