Aleutian Indian and English Dictionary by Charles A. Lee
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"Aleutian Indian and English Dictionary" by Charles A. Lee is a linguistic reference book compiled in the late 19th century. This dictionary serves a vital purpose by documenting common words in the various dialects of the Aleutian Indian language, specifically designed to aid travelers and traders in Alaska who wish to communicate with the native tribes around the Sulima River and nearby regions. The work reflects a significant effort to bridge the
communication gap between cultures in a time when native languages often lacked written forms. The content of the book consists of an extensive list of terms in both Aleutian dialects and their English equivalents, covering a wide range of everyday vocabulary. It includes words related to daily life, nature, animals, numbers, and currency, thus providing practical knowledge for visitors engaging with the Aleutian communities. Additionally, the dictionary features an appendix that lists names given to various individuals and places, highlighting the cultural exchange between the Aleut peoples and those who interacted with them. Overall, this dictionary is not only a linguistic resource but a window into the indigenous culture of the Aleutians, showcasing their language and way of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Lee, Charles A. |
|---|---|
| Title |
Aleutian Indian and English Dictionary Common Words in the Dialects of the Aleutian Indian Language as Spoken by the Oogashik, Egashik, Anangashuk and Misremie Tribes Around Sulima River and Neighboring Parts of the Alaska Peninsula |
| Alternate Title | Alaska Indian Dictionary |
| Credits | Produced by David Starner, Clare Boothby and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| Language | Aleut |
| LoC Class | PM: Language and Literatures: Indigenous American and Artificial Languages |
| Subject | English language -- Dictionaries -- Aleut |
| Subject | Aleut language -- Dictionaries -- English |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 10040 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-10040-1 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 539 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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