The Indians Of Greater New York And The Lower Hudson (1909)

The book ""The Indians of Greater New York and the Lower Hudson"" was written by Clark Wissler and was published in 1909. The book is a comprehensive study of the Native American tribes that inhabited the region of Greater New York and the Lower Hudson during pre-colonial times. The author provides detailed information about the culture, customs, and history of these tribes, including the Lenape, Mohicans, and Wappingers.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a particular aspect of Native American life. The first chapter provides an overview of the region and its geography, while the second chapter discusses the history of the Native American tribes in the area. The third chapter delves into the social organization of the tribes, including their political structure, kinship systems, and religious beliefs.Subsequent chapters explore the material culture of the tribes, including their clothing, tools, and weapons, as well as their subsistence strategies, such as hunting, fishing, and agriculture. The book also covers the Native American language and the impact of European colonization on the tribes.Overall, ""The Indians of Greater New York and the Lower Hudson"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Native American tribes in this region. The book provides a detailed and comprehensive account of these tribes, their way of life, and their interactions with European settlers.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.