The Jumano Indians (1910)

The Jumano Indians is a historical book written by Frederick Webb Hodge in 1910. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Jumano Indians, a Native American tribe that lived in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Hodge delves into the Jumano's culture, history, and social organization, providing readers with a detailed understanding of their way of life.The book begins with an introduction to the Jumano's physical characteristics, their language, and their early history. Hodge then explores the Jumano's social organization, including their political structure, kinship systems, and religious beliefs. He also discusses the Jumano's economic activities, including their hunting, farming, and trading practices.Throughout the book, Hodge draws on a variety of sources, including Spanish colonial records, archaeological evidence, and oral traditions passed down by the Jumano themselves. He also provides detailed maps and illustrations to help readers visualize the Jumano's territory and way of life.Overall, The Jumano Indians is an important historical document that sheds light on a little-known Native American tribe. Hodge's meticulous research and engaging writing style make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.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.