Myron Eells

Broschiertes Buch

Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language

Beschreibung

"Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language" offers a fascinating glimpse into the religious landscape of the Pacific Northwest. Collected and translated by Myron Eells, this volume presents a unique collection of hymns rendered in Chinook jargon, a trade language bridging diverse Native American languages. A valuable resource for those interested in religious texts, Native American languages, and the cultural history of the Pacific Northwest, this book provides insight into missionary work and the adaptation of Christian hymns for a multilingual audience. Explore the intersection of religion and linguistics through these translated hymns, revealing a unique chapter in the history of cross-cultural communication and religious expression. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Myron Eells (1843-1907) was a significant figure in the ethnographic and linguistic study of Native American cultures in the Pacific Northwest. The son of missionaries Cushing and Myra Eells, Myron was born in the vicinity of what is today known as Spokane, Washington. He grew up among Native Americans, learning their languages and customs, which paved the way for his future scholarly contributions. Eells' most notable work includes 'Hymns in the Chinook Jargon Language,' a remarkable collection reflecting his profound interest in both the spiritual life and languages of the indigenous peoples he lived among. His endeavors in transcribing and translating hymns into the Chinook Jargon, a pidgin trade language, revealed his linguistic dexterity and his commitment to cross-cultural religious communications. Eells was known for his scholarly approach concentrated not just on linguistics but also on ethnology; he documented the customs, traditions, and histories of the Native American tribes in the Northwest. His works are held in high regard for their contribution to the understanding of native cultures and languages, which were often misunderstood or disregarded by contemporary anthropologists and historians. Eells' dedication culminated in an array of publications, extending beyond hymnals to comprehensive ethnographies and histories that offer invaluable insight into the lives of the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest during the era of intense change and challenge.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 42
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 73g
• ISBN-13: 9781023234375
• ISBN-10: 1023234378
• Artikelnr.: 74119581