Publisher's Synopsis
The Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon: English-Chinook is a book written by Frederick J. Long and first published in 1909. The Chinook Jargon was a trade language used in the Pacific Northwest region of North America in the 19th century, particularly among Native American tribes and European settlers. This dictionary is a comprehensive guide to the language, providing English words and their corresponding Chinook translations. The book is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing the English word followed by its Chinook equivalent. The dictionary includes not only common words and phrases but also specialized vocabulary related to trade, hunting, and fishing. The author also includes notes on the pronunciation and grammar of the language, making it a useful resource for anyone interested in learning the Chinook Jargon.Overall, the Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon: English-Chinook is an important historical document that sheds light on the linguistic and cultural exchange that took place in the Pacific Northwest during the 19th century. It is also a valuable tool for scholars, linguists, and anyone interested in the history of the region.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.
