Hubert Howe Bancroft

The Native Races (Vol. 1-5) (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

In "The Native Races," Hubert Howe Bancroft meticulously chronicles the diverse indigenous populations of North America across five volumes. His scholarly approach combines firsthand accounts, extensive field research, and a comprehensive review of existing literature, positioning the work within the context of late 19th-century anthropological studies. Bancroft's narrative style is marked by its vivid detail and systematic categorization, offering an in-depth examination of cultural practices, languages, and social structures, which both illuminates the richness of Native American life and critiques the colonialist perspectives prevalent in his time. Bancroft, a prominent historian and ethnologist, was shaped by his experiences in the American West and a profound interest in the intersection of history and anthropology. His extensive travels and interactions with various Native communities profoundly influenced his writing. Committed to providing an accurate and respectful portrayal of indigenous cultures, Bancroft sought to counteract the misrepresentations often found in contemporary literature, making his work a pioneering effort in both the field of history and the emerging discipline of ethnography. This seminal work is indispensable for scholars, students, and anyone interested in a nuanced understanding of Native American societies. Bancroft's detailed observations and analyses provide a rich resource for comprehending the complexities of indigenous identities and their historical contexts, making "The Native Races" a vital addition to the library of any serious reader of American history.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: DigiCat
• Seitenzahl: 3532
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547721994
• Artikelnr.: 69355072

Autorenporträt

Hubert Howe Bancroft (1832-1918) was a prolific American historian and ethnologist, renowned for his comprehensive work on the western United States, Native American cultures, and Central America. Born in Granville, Ohio, he moved to California during the Gold Rush period, where he ultimately established a bookselling and publishing business. Emanating from his vast collection of manuscripts, documents, and books about the West, Bancroft dedicated himself to extensive historical research. His magnum opus is the impressive 39-volume series known as 'The Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft,' which details various aspects of the Pacific states' histories. The series 'The Native Races' falls within this larger endeavor and encompasses five volumes, meticulously delving into the aboriginal populations of the Americas. This particular subset is critical for its innovative, for the time, ethnographic approach to the study of indigenous cultures, their social structures, myths, languages, and artifacts. Bancroft's detailed classification and description of native civilizations had a profound impact on the early scholarship in American anthropology and history. Despite some criticism for biases and his method of utilizing assistants to compile research, Bancroft's contributions to the literary and historical landscape have been significant. His works remain valuable resources and testament to his ambition to chronicle and preserve the history of the American West and its inhabitants.