Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language by Myron Eells

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Author Eells, Myron, 1843-1907
LoC No. 05042763
Title Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language
Note Reading ease score: 87.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language" by Myron Eells is a collection of spiritual hymns compiled during the late 19th century. This book serves as a unique cultural and religious document, reflecting the Christian mission work among Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest, particularly the Chinook-speaking tribes. The hymns aim to convey Christian teachings and values in a language accessible to those who could not read, often featuring repetitive phrases to aid in memorization. The content of the book comprises a series of hymns written in Chinook Jargon, a pidgin language that emerged among Indigenous peoples and settlers in the region. Each hymn is accompanied by music notation, allowing for communal singing, and often tackles themes such as the teachings of Jesus, the virtues of honesty, the perils of alcohol, and the hope of eternal life in Heaven. Additionally, the book includes translations of the hymns into English, making it a bilingual resource for both Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers. Through its combination of spiritual guidance and cultural expression, Eells' work provides insight into the blending of Christian faith and Indigenous languages during his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PM: Language and Literatures: Indigenous American and Artificial Languages
Subject Chinook jargon -- Texts
Subject Hymns, Chinook jargon
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EBook-No. 33105
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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