Tsimshian Mythology.(Based on texts recorded by Henry W. Tate of Port Simpson, British Columbia)

Boas, Franz

Published by Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington. Gov't Printing Office, 1916

About this Item

Thirty-first annual report of the Bureau of American Ethnology, 1916.1037 pgs. Bibliography.3 b/w plates.24 text figures.Original olive green cloth with gilt design to front cover. At the bottom of the title page is the name stamp of previous owner, Bruce A. McKelvie; known British Columbia journalist and author who's books popularized B.C. history in the 1940's. No other marks. Text bright and fresh, binding secure. Complete study of Tsimshian mythology, society and social organization with 64 Tsimshian myths and 3 war tales, recorded by Henry W.Tate from 1902 to 1914 and given to Boas for translation. Heavy volume. Additional shipping charges may be requested.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Tsimshian Mythology.(Based on texts recorded by Henry W. Tate of Port Simpson, British Columbia)
• Publisher: Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington. Gov't Printing Office
• Publication Date: 1916
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: First Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Aboriginal Peoples of North America
  • Anthropology
  • British Columbia