Excerpt from Linguistic Material From the Tribes of Southern Texas and Northeastern MexicoAbout the PublisherForgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some errors may persist, however we consider it worth publishing due to the work's historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating but largely forgotten world of the indigenous tribes who inhabited southern Texas and northeastern Mexico before the arrival of European colonists. The author meticulously gathers and analyzes linguistic materials from these tribes, including vocabularies, texts, and even mission records. These languages, now extinct, belong to various linguistic families, including the Coahuiltecan, Karankawan, Tamaulipecan, and Janambrian stocks, and the author uses them as a window into the lives and cultures of these indigenous peoples. Through the lens of language, the author explores the unique history of these tribes, their complex social structures, and their interactions with the Spanish colonizers. The book goes beyond a mere compilation of linguistic data, delving into the fascinating cultural and historical details revealed by these languages. The author explores the origins of these tribes, their migrations, and the dramatic impact of Spanish colonization on their communities. The book sheds light on the rich tapestry of language and culture that once existed in this region, and the tragic loss of that diversity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333893545_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333893545
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333893545
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)