Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-LoreThe study of aboriginal folk-lore cannot reach its highest scientific value until some method...
HK$53.05
HK$106.16
HK$53.05
SKU: gb-17997-ebook
Product Type: Books
Please hurry! Only 10000 left in stock
Author: Fewkes, Jesse Walter,1850-1930
Format: eBook
Language: English
Subtotal: $53.05
10 customers are viewing this product
Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

$106.16 $53.05

Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

$106.16 $53.05
Author: Fewkes, Jesse Walter,1850-1930
Format: eBook
Language: English

Contribution to Passamaquoddy Folk-Lore

The study of aboriginal folk-lore cannot reach its highest scientific value until some method is adopted by means of which an accurate record of the stories can be obtained and preserved. In observations on the traditions of the Indian tribes, the tendency of the listener to add his own thoughts or interpretations is very great. Moreover, no two Indians tell the same story alike. These are sources of error which cannot be eliminated, but by giving the exact words of the speaker it is possible to do away with the errors of the translator. I believe that the memory of Indians for the details of a story is often better than that of white men. There may be a reason for this, in their custom of memorizing their rituals, stories, and legends. The Kklan, a Zui ritual, for instance, which is recited by the priest once in four years, takes several hours to repeat. What white man can repeat from memory a history of equal length after so long an interval? ......Buy Now (To Read More)

Product details

Ebook Number: 17997
Author: Fewkes, Jesse Walter
Release Date: Mar 15, 2006
Format: eBook
Language: English

Returns Policy

You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).

You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).

If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.

Shipping

We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.

When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.

Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.

Related Products

Recently Viewed Products