1891 Smithsonian Institution Omaha and Ponka Letters by James Owen Dorsey

Description: 1891 Smithsonian Omaha and Ponka Letters by James Owen Dorsey - Rare Ethnology Book This listing is for an extremely rare 1891 edition of Omaha and Ponka Letters by James Owen Dorsey, published by the Smithsonian Institution Bureau of Ethnology under the direction of J.W. Powell. This work is a significant study in Native American linguistics, documenting the languages of the Omaha and Ponka tribes, and stands as an essential resource in U.S. ethnology. Printed by the Government Printing Office, it is an invaluable artifact for collectors and scholars interested in Indigenous languages, anthropology, and 19th-century ethnographic research. Details:Title: Omaha and Ponka LettersAuthor: James Owen DorseyPublisher: Smithsonian Institution Bureau of Ethnology, J.W. Powell, DirectorPrinting: Washington Government Printing Office, 1891Format: Hardcover, approx. 6 1/4" x 9 3/4" Condition: This book has some age-related wear, as expected in a volume of this period. The binding glue is starting to loosen, and some pages have minor sticking, which can be separated if handled gently. There are visible markings inside, including price stickers from previous owners, adding to its historical character. The cover shows wear, but the text and illustrations remain fully legible. Please review photos for further detail on the book’s condition and markings. Perfect for Collectors & Scholars of:Native American Studies19th-Century Anthropology & EthnologySmithsonian Institution PublicationsRare Government Publications and Linguistic Studies Disclaimer: This antique book is sold in its found condition. No restoration or preservation steps have been taken, and it may display additional wear or markings not mentioned here. Please carefully examine all images to understand the exact condition of the book before purchase.

Price: 450 USD

Location: Ponca City, Oklahoma

End Time: 2024-12-03T01:44:18.000Z

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