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  • The Walam Olum: Excerpt from The Lenâpé and Their Legends

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    This controversial work is purportedly a translation of a sequence of pictographs which give the epic of the Delawares, a tribe which lived in the central Eastern seaboard. Taken at face value, this would be one of the few actual written texts from Native North America, including a clear account of an eastward migration over the 'stone-hard water'. The source of the document, as well as aspects of ... Read more

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  • Religions of Primitive Peoples

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    The youngest in the sisterhood of the sciences is that which deals with Man. In its widest scope it is called Anthropology, and as such includes both the physical and mental life of the species, from the beginning until now. That branch of it which especially concerns itself with the development of man as indicated by his advance in civilisation, is known as Ethnology. When we analyse the ... Read more

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  • American Hero-Myths

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    This volume is a contribution to the comparative study of religions. It is an endeavor to present in a critically correct light some of the fundamental conceptions which are found in the native beliefs of the tribes of America. Contents: Preface. Chapter I. - Introductory. Chapter II. The Hero-Gods Of The Algonkins And Iroquois. §1. The Algonkin Myth Of Michabo. §2. The Iroquois Myth Of Ioskeha. ... Read more

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  • American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    American Hero-Myths: A Study in the Native Religions of the Western Continent is a scholarly work by Daniel G. Brinton, published in 1882. This book explores the rich tapestry of myths and religious beliefs among the Indigenous peoples of North America, focusing on the hero figures that populate their folklore. Brinton aims to analyze and interpret these myths within the broader context of Native ... Read more

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  • The Myths of the New World

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    The Myths of the New World by Daniel G. Brinton, first published in 1868, is a foundational work that explores the mythology and spiritual beliefs of Indigenous cultures in the Americas. Brinton’s book examines Native American cosmology, creation stories, and the symbolic interpretations of natural elements like the sun, moon, and stars within various tribes’ mythological frameworks. He approaches ... Read more

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  • The Myths of the New World

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    It is a study of an obscure portion of the intellectual history of our species as exemplified in one of its varieties. What are man’s earliest ideas of a soul and a God, and of his own origin and destiny? Why do we find certain myths, such as of a creation, a flood, an after-world; certain symbols, as the bird, the serpent, the cross; certain numbers, as the three, the four, the seven—intimately ... Read more

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  • Races and Peoples: Lectures on the Science of Ethnography

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    "Races and Peoples: Lectures on the Science of Ethnography" by Daniel G. Brinton explores the complexities of human diversity through the lens of ethnography. Brinton, a prominent figure in anthropology, delves into the characteristics, cultures, and histories of various races and peoples. His lectures emphasize the importance of understanding human societies in their unique contexts, advocating ... Read more

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  • The Books of Chilan Balam: The Prophetic and Historic Records of the Mayas of Yucatan

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    The Books of Chilan Balam is a collection of ancient Maya texts, written in the Yucatec Maya language, that serve as a crucial historical source for understanding Maya culture, prophecy, and history. Compiled in various towns across the Yucatán Peninsula, these texts encompass a wide range of topics, including mythology, prophecy, medicine, and history. They reflect the fusion of pre-Columbian and ... Read more

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  • A Primer of Mayan Hieroglyphics

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    "A Primer of Mayan Hieroglyphics" by Daniel G. Brinton serves as an essential introduction to the intricate writing system of the ancient Maya civilization. Brinton meticulously decodes the symbols and signs that make up Mayan hieroglyphics, providing readers with a foundational understanding of their structure and meaning. The book is designed for both scholars and enthusiasts, offering clear ... Read more

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  • The Lenâpé and Their Legends (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Ethnological study of the The Lenâpé Indians in Eastern Pennsylvania

    by Daniel G. Brinton, Iona Ternby ...
    The Lenâpé and Their Legends is a landmark nineteenth-century study of the Lenape, or Delaware, people, combining ethnology, linguistic analysis, oral tradition, and antiquarian inquiry. Its central feature is Brinton's presentation of the Walam Olum, a purported pictographic and poetic migration chronicle, alongside translations, commentary, and comparative reflections. Written in the dense, ... Read more

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  • The History and Legends of Lenâpé

    Enriched edition.

    by Daniel G. Brinton, Liam Oakley ...
    In "The History and Legends of Lenâpé," Daniel G. Brinton masterfully intertwines historical analysis with the rich tapestry of folklore and oral traditions of the Lenape people. This comprehensive work not only elucidates the social, political, and cultural dynamics of the Lenape tribe prior to European contact but also engages with the myths that shaped their worldview. Brinton's methodical ... Read more

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  • The Study of Lenâpé and Their Mythology

    Enriched edition. Religious Beliefs, Rituals, and Oral Traditions of the Delaware (Lenâpé) People

    by Daniel G. Brinton ...
    In 'The Study of Lenâpé and Their Mythology', Daniel G. Brinton explores the culture and mythology of the Lenâpé people, also known as the Delaware tribe. Brinton delves into the religious beliefs, rituals, and oral traditions of the Lenâpé, providing a comprehensive look at their way of life. Written in a scholarly and informative style, this book is a valuable resource for those interested in ... Read more

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