Publisher's Synopsis
""An Account of the History, Manners and Customs of the Indian Nations Who Once Inhabited Pennsylvania and the Neighboring States"" is a book written by John Gottlieb Ernestus Heckewelder in 1819. The book provides a detailed description of the indigenous peoples who once lived in Pennsylvania and the surrounding areas. Heckewelder, a Moravian missionary who lived among the Native Americans for many years, draws on his personal experiences and extensive research to provide a comprehensive account of the history, culture, and traditions of these tribes. He covers topics such as their social organization, religious beliefs, customs, and practices, as well as their interactions with European settlers.The book is divided into chapters, each focusing on a specific tribe or group of tribes, including the Lenape, the Shawnee, the Iroquois, and the Delaware. Heckewelder also provides insight into the impact of European colonization on these communities, including the effects of disease, displacement, and cultural assimilation.Overall, ""An Account of the History, Manners and Customs of the Indian Nations Who Once Inhabited Pennsylvania and the Neighboring States"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Native American peoples in the northeastern United States.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.
