Indian Traits: Being Sketches of the Manners, Customs and Character of the North American Natives (1834)

Indian Traits: Being Sketches Of The Manners, Customs And Character Of The North American Natives is a book written by Benjamin Bussey Thatcher in 1834. The book provides a detailed account of the lifestyle, culture, and traditions of the Native American tribes that inhabited North America before the arrival of the Europeans. The author draws on his own experiences as a physician and military officer to provide insights into the daily life of the Native Americans, including their food, clothing, housing, and social customs. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Native American life, such as their religious beliefs, hunting practices, and family structures. The author also includes anecdotes and stories that illustrate the character and personality of the Native American people. Indian Traits is an important historical document that provides valuable information about the Native American way of life and their interactions with the European settlers who would eventually displace them.Two Volumes In One.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.