Book

The Indians of Cape Flattery: at the entrance to the Strait of Fuca, Washington Territory

Smithsonian Institution (220) • Published In 1870 • Pages: ix, 108

By: Swan, James G..

Abstract
Swan was a government teacher and medical practitioner among the Makah Indians for several years. This monograph is the record of his personal observations. It contains descriptions of food, clothing, ornaments, dwellings, handicrafts, hunting and fishing, social and religious practices, treatment of the sick, mythology and folklore, and physical traits. It also includes a list of Makah words and place names. Swan is precise in his accounts of material objects and economic activities; less informative on social organization and personal relationships.
Subjects
Marine hunting
Diet
Food preparation
Eating
Instigation of war
Pharmaceuticals
Medical therapy
Burial practices and funerals
Organized ceremonial
Childhood activities
Mythology
Boats
Normal garb
culture
Nuu-chah-nulth
HRAF PubDate
2010
Region
North America
Sub Region
Northwest Coast and California
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Educator
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Robert Lee ; 1960: John Beierle; 2010
Field Date
1855-1864
Coverage Date
1855-1864
Coverage Place
Makah Indians, Cape Flattery, Washington State, United States
Notes
By James G. Swan
LCCN
s 13000076
LCSH
Nootka Indians
Makah Indians
Indians of North America--Washington (State)
Nuu-chah-nulth Indians