The Ghost Dance of 1870 in South Central California is a book written by A.H. Gayton, which was published in March 1930 as part of the American Archaeology and Ethnology series, volume 28, number 3. The book is a comprehensive study of the Ghost Dance movement that occurred in South Central California in the year 1870. The author provides a detailed account of the beliefs, rituals, and practices of the Native American tribes that participated in the Ghost Dance, such as the Yokuts and the Chumash. The book also explores the ...
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The Ghost Dance of 1870 in South Central California is a book written by A.H. Gayton, which was published in March 1930 as part of the American Archaeology and Ethnology series, volume 28, number 3. The book is a comprehensive study of the Ghost Dance movement that occurred in South Central California in the year 1870. The author provides a detailed account of the beliefs, rituals, and practices of the Native American tribes that participated in the Ghost Dance, such as the Yokuts and the Chumash. The book also explores the historical context of the Ghost Dance and its significance in the cultural and spiritual traditions of Native American communities. The author draws on primary sources such as ethnographic accounts, oral histories, and archaeological evidence to paint a vivid picture of the Ghost Dance and its impact on the indigenous peoples of California. The book is an important contribution to the fields of anthropology, archaeology, and Native American studies, and provides valuable insights into the cultural heritage of California's indigenous communities.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.
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New in New jacket. The Ghost Dance of 1870 in South Central California: American Archaeology and Ethnology, V28, No. 3, March 31, 1930 (Hardback or Cased Book)
