Siouan Sociology by James Owen Dorsey

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Author Dorsey, James Owen, 1848-1895
Title Siouan Sociology
Note Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary "Siouan Sociology" by James Owen Dorsey is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This work provides an extensive examination of the social structures, customs, and languages of various tribes within the Siouan family, particularly the Dakota tribes. Dorsey's research, rooted in his experiences as a missionary and ethnologist, aims to document and analyze the kinship systems, political organization, and social customs that define these indigenous communities. The opening of "Siouan Sociology" introduces James Owen Dorsey, detailing his background, education, and early work with Native American tribes. It highlights his commitment to studying the languages and cultures of the Ponka and other tribes while serving as a missionary in Dakota Territory. As Dorsey transitioned into ethnology, his findings began to shape the foundational understanding of Siouan social organization. This introductory section sets the stage for an analysis of the clan structures and governance among these tribes, outlining the key components of their sociopolitical systems that will be explored in greater detail throughout the work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class E011: History: America: America
Subject Siouan Indians
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EBook-No. 19518
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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