The Autobiography Of A Winnebago Indian (1920)

The Autobiography of a Winnebago Indian, written by Paul Radin and published in 1920, is a first-hand account of the life of a Native American man named Sam Blowsnake. Blowsnake was a member of the Winnebago tribe, also known as the Ho-Chunk, who lived in the Midwest region of the United States.The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a narrative of Blowsnake's life, starting with his childhood and continuing through his adulthood. He describes his experiences growing up in a traditional Winnebago community, including his education, relationships with family and friends, and participation in tribal ceremonies and rituals.The second part of the book is a detailed analysis of Winnebago culture and society, written by Radin based on his interviews with Blowsnake and other members of the tribe. Radin explores topics such as religion, mythology, social organization, and the role of women in Winnebago society.Overall, The Autobiography of a Winnebago Indian provides a unique and valuable perspective on the life and culture of a Native American community in the early 20th century. It is an important work of anthropology and a fascinating read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture.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.