The Squaw Book

The Squaw Book, written by Gertrude Van Duyn Southworth and published in 1909, is a unique and fascinating account of the Onondaga Native American tribe. The book is notable for its origin: it was created by the squaws of the tribe, who wished to present it to the tribe's great chiefs in exchange for wampum, a traditional form of currency made from shell beads.The Squaw Book is a collection of traditional Onondaga stories, legends, and myths, as well as a compendium of the tribe's history, culture, and customs. The book is organized into chapters that cover topics such as the tribe's creation story, its relationship with other tribes, its traditional beliefs and practices, and the role of women in Onondaga society.Throughout the book, Southworth provides detailed descriptions of the Onondaga way of life, including their hunting and fishing techniques, their agricultural practices, and their use of medicinal plants. She also includes vivid accounts of the tribe's ceremonies, such as the Green Corn Dance, the Midwinter Ceremony, and the Strawberry Festival.The Squaw Book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, as well as for those interested in the history of New York State and the United States as a whole. It offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the world of the Onondaga tribe, as seen through the eyes of its women.So That The Squaws, Having Wampum, Might Bribe The Medicine Men To Cure With Weird Charms Those Who Have Been Wounded In The Long Battle And Cannot Fight For Themselves, For Pity Of The Wounded In The Long Battle The Squaws Of The Onondaga In Their Council Halls Did This Book.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.