The Social Organization And The Secret Societies Of The Kwakiutl Indians (1897)

The book ""The Social Organization And The Secret Societies Of The Kwakiutl Indians"" by Franz Boas was published in 1897. The book is an ethnographic study of the Kwakiutl people, a group of indigenous people who inhabit the Pacific Northwest coast of North America. The author provides a detailed analysis of the social organization of the Kwakiutl people, including their kinship systems, social classes, and political structures.Boas also explores the secret societies of the Kwakiutl people, which played an important role in their social and religious life. These secret societies were exclusive groups that had their own rituals, ceremonies, and beliefs. Boas describes the initiation ceremonies and the symbolism associated with these societies.The book includes detailed descriptions of the Kwakiutl culture, including their art, music, and religious beliefs. Boas also provides insights into the daily life of the Kwakiutl people, including their hunting and fishing practices, food preparation, and housing.Overall, ""The Social Organization And The Secret Societies Of The Kwakiutl Indians"" is an important work of ethnography that provides a valuable insight into the culture and social organization of the Kwakiutl people. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American culture and history.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.