| Author |
Harders, Gustav (Johann Friedrich Gustav), 1863-1917 |
| Title |
Das erste Wort der kleinen Elinontis, und andere Indianergeschichten
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
Das erste Wort der kleinen Elinontis -- Der alte Norisso -- Mein erster Schultag.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Das erste Wort der kleinen Elinontis, und andere Indianergeschichten" by Gustav Harders is a collection of children's stories likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes related to Indigenous Americans, specifically through the experiences of interactions between a white woman, Ina, and Native American children and families on a reservation. The stories seem to emphasize cultural understanding, kindness, and the challenges faced by those living in reservation communities. The opening of the book introduces the character of Ina, a well-educated woman from a wealthy background who comes to an Indian reservation to educate and help the Native Americans, particularly the women and children. As Ina attempts to engage with the local Indigenous people, she encounters a small Indian girl named Elinontis, who is initially fearful and distrustful of her. The text highlights Ina's determination to win the trust of the child and the broader community, as well as her efforts to promote hygiene and education. The beginning sets the stage for the development of relationships between Ina and the various characters, suggesting themes of compassion, cultural exchange, and the hope for understanding between different worlds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Indians of North America -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
61431 |
| Release Date |
Feb 17, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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