Garrick Mallery

Pictographs of the North American Indians (eBook, ePUB)

Illustrated Edition

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In 'Pictographs of the North American Indians' by Garrick Mallery, readers are presented with a comprehensive study of the prehistoric rock writings and drawings of various Native American tribes. Mallery meticulously examines the art of pictographs, decoding their meanings and cultural significance, providing valuable insights into the history and artistic expressions of these indigenous communities. The book showcases a combination of Mallery's meticulous research and his deep appreciation for the artistic traditions of the diverse Native American cultures, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Mallery's writing style is both scholarly and accessible, making this book an engaging read for anyone interested in Native American art and history. Through his exploration of pictographs, Mallery sheds light on the rich cultural tapestry of the North American indigenous peoples, highlighting the importance of preserving and understanding these ancient forms of expression.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 243
• Erscheinungstermin: 16. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547668862
• Artikelnr.: 69542489

Autorenporträt

Garrick Mallery was a distinguished American ethnologist and philologist, particularly recognized for his extensive work with Native American cultures. Born on April 25, 1831, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Mallery had a diverse career, initially serving in the Union Army during the Civil War before turning his attention to legal practice and eventually ethnography. His significant transition to ethnology was facilitated by his appointment to the U.S. Geological and Geographical Survey of the Territories, allowing him to meld his legal background with a burgeoning interest in anthropological matters. Mallery became a prominent member of the Bureau of American Ethnology at the Smithsonian Institution where he worked alongside fellow ethnologists like John Wesley Powell. He devoted much of his research to the study of Native American sign language and symbology, which culminated in his pivotal work, 'Pictographs of the North American Indians' (1881). This book offered an in-depth exploration of the intricate and varied systems of graphical representation utilized by various Indigenous tribes, highlighting their cultural significance and complex meanings. Mallery's scholarly approach to ethnography significantly contributed to the understanding of the symbolic language among Native American communities and cemented his legacy as a thoughtful interpreter of indigenous symbolism and communication. His contributions to the fields of ethnology and anthropology were substantial and remain valued for their empathy and scholarly rigor.