Notes On Skidi Pawnee Society - Paperback

by George A. Dorsey (Author), James R. Murie (Author), Alexander Spoehr (Editor)

""Notes On Skidi Pawnee Society"" is a book written by George A. Dorsey that provides a comprehensive account of the Skidi Pawnee society. The Skidi Pawnee were a Native American tribe that lived in the central Great Plains region of North America. The book is based on the author's fieldwork and research conducted among the Skidi Pawnee during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.The book covers various aspects of Skidi Pawnee society, including their history, social organization, religious beliefs, and customs. The author provides detailed descriptions of the Skidi Pawnee's ceremonies, rituals, and practices, including their sun dance, buffalo dance, and sacred bundles. He also discusses their beliefs in spirits, ghosts, and the afterlife.The author's observations and insights into Skidi Pawnee society are presented in a clear and concise manner, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, as well as for those studying anthropology and ethnography.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.