Traditions Of The Osage (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161608618)

Traditions Of The Osage is a book written by George A. Dorsey that explores the cultural and historical traditions of the Osage people, a Native American tribe that once inhabited the Great Plains region of North America. The book is a comprehensive study of the Osage people, their customs, beliefs, and practices, and provides an in-depth look at their social, political, and economic structures. Dorsey draws on a wealth of primary sources, including interviews with Osage elders, to paint a vivid picture of Osage life and culture. The book covers a range of topics, including Osage history, religion, art, music, dance, and storytelling. It also includes detailed descriptions of Osage rituals and ceremonies, such as the Sun Dance and the Ghost Dance. Overall, Traditions Of The Osage is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Osage people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George A. Dorsey
ISBN-10: 1161608613
ISBN-13: 9781161608618
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/22/2010
Pages: 70
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d