The Hopi Indians by Walter Hough
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"The Hopi Indians" by Walter Hough is an ethnological study written in the early 20th century. This detailed account explores the culture, social structures, and daily life of the Hopi people, a Native American tribe residing in northeastern Arizona. The work provides insight into their traditions, agricultural practices, and the influences of the surrounding environment on their way of life. The opening of the book establishes a profound respect for the Hopi,
referred to as the "Peaceful People," highlighting their resilience and self-sufficiency within the arid landscape of Tusayan. Hough details the geographical setting of Hopi towns, their agricultural techniques reliant on limited water sources, and their deep-rooted cultural practices that shape their identity. The author introduces the various facets of Hopi life, including their communal living arrangements, intricate social relationships, and the significance of rituals and ceremonies tied to their agricultural lifestyle. The blend of historical context and vivid descriptions sets the stage for a comprehensive understanding of the Hopi's enduring legacy amidst the encroaching influences of modern civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hough, Walter, 1859-1935 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 15008141 |
| Title | The Hopi Indians |
| Credits |
Produced by Brian Sogard, Rachael Schultz, Sam W. and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E011: History: America: America |
| Subject | Hopi Indians |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57507 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57507-0 |
| Release Date | Jul 14, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 626 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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