Franz Boas

Complete digitally restored reprint (facsimile handmade reproduction) of the original edition of 1902 with excellent resolution and outstanding readability. In relation to the original edition extra large font (]30 %). With music notes (Indian music).

Although Franz Boas--one of the most influential anthropologists of the twentieth century--is best known for his voluminous writings on cultural, physical, and linguistic anthropology, he is also recognized for breaking new ground in the study of so-called primitive art. His writings on art have major historical value because they embody a profound change in art history.Nineteenth-century scholars assumed that all art lay on a continuum from primitive to advanced: artworks of all nonliterate peoples were therefore examples of early stages of development. But Boas's case studies from his own fieldwork in the Pacific Northwest demonstrated different tenets: the variety of history, the influence of diffusion, the symbolic and stylistic variation in art styles found among groups and sometimes within one group, and the role of imagination and creativity on the part of the artist.This volume presents Boas's most significant writings on art (dated 1889-1916), many originally published in obscure sources now difficult to locate. The original illustrations and an extensive, combined bibliography are included.Aldona Jonaitis's careful compilation of articles and the thorough historical and theoretical framework in which she casts them in her introductory and concluding essays make this volume a valuable reference for students of art history and Northwest anthropology, and a special delight for admirers of Boas.

""The Social Organization And The Secret Societies Of The Kwakiutl Indians"" is a book written by Franz Boas, a renowned anthropologist, in 1897. The book is a detailed study of the social organization and the secret societies of the Kwakiutl Indians, a group of indigenous people from the Pacific Northwest coast of North America. Boas provides a comprehensive account of the Kwakiutl people's social structure, including their kinship systems, marriage customs, and political organization. He also delves into the intricate and secretive world of Kwakiutl secret societies, which played a crucial role in the tribe's religious and social life. The book is based on extensive fieldwork conducted by Boas during his time among the Kwakiutl people, and it provides valuable insights into the cultural practices and beliefs of this fascinating group of people. Overall, ""The Social Organization And The Secret Societies Of The Kwakiutl Indians"" is a seminal work in the field of anthropology and an essential read for anyone interested in the cultural history of the Pacific Northwest region of North America.""This Is A New Release Of The Original 1897 Edition.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.

Kathlamet Texts is a book that contains a collection of traditional stories, myths, and legends from the Kathlamet people, a Native American tribe that lived along the Columbia River in what is now the state of Oregon. The book was compiled and translated by Franz Boas, a renowned anthropologist who studied the cultures and languages of indigenous peoples in North America. The texts in this book were originally recorded in the Kathlamet language and were transcribed and translated by Boas in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The stories cover a wide range of topics, including creation myths, animal tales, and accounts of historical events. The book provides valuable insights into the beliefs, customs, and traditions of the Kathlamet people, as well as their language and way of life. It is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in Native American culture and history.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1901 Edition.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.