The Seminole Indians of Florida (eBook, ePUB) - MacCauley, Clay
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The Indians known as Seminole are of the Muskokian linguistic stock who before the present century left their congeners and dwelt within the present limits of Georgia and Florida. A chief cause of the separation was disagreement among the people of the towns of the Lower Creeks and Hichiti concerning their relations with Europeans settling in the country. The Seminole, who are described in this book as of a high grade in physique and intelligence, may well be descendants of these heroes. The status of these Indians is peculiar in that their contact with civilization has hitherto been…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
The Indians known as Seminole are of the Muskokian linguistic stock who before the present century left their congeners and dwelt within the present limits of Georgia and Florida. A chief cause of the separation was disagreement among the people of the towns of the Lower Creeks and Hichiti concerning their relations with Europeans settling in the country. The Seminole, who are described in this book as of a high grade in physique and intelligence, may well be descendants of these heroes. The status of these Indians is peculiar in that their contact with civilization has hitherto been regulated, to an extent not known elsewhere, by their own volition, and has not been imposed upon them. Visitors, traders, and Government agents have been denied admission, but the Indians have in a limited way visited the settlements beyond their own boundaries and traded there. Contents: Personal characteristics Clothing Personal adornment Me-le Psychical characteristics Seminole society The Seminole gens The Seminole tribe Seminole tribal life Arts Religion Environment of the Seminole
Autorenporträt
Clay MacCauley (1843–1925) was a notable American ethnographer and Presbyterian missionary with an acute interest in Native American cultures, particularly those of the Southeastern United States. His seminal work 'The Seminole Indians of Florida', published in 1884, serves as an authoritative reference on the Synonyme or Seminole people, detailing their customs, language, and social organization during a time of profound change and adversity. MacCauley, born in South Carolina, was a discerning observer and a passionate advocate for indigenous rights who immersed himself in the world of the Seminoles, gaining unprecedented access and insight into their daily lives. His scholarly approach combined in-depth field research with historical records, producing a comprehensive ethnographic account that has since been a valuable resource for both anthropologists and historians. MacCauley's literary style is notable for its meticulous attention to detail and an empathetic narrative voice that underscores his commitment to cultural preservation. His work is regarded not only as an important ethnographic record but also as part of the broader literary movement of the 19th century that sought to document and understand the diversity of human societies amidst the backdrop of widespread colonial expansion and Native American displacement.