"Aboriginal American Authors" by Daniel G. Brinton is a detailed reference book from the late 1800s that shines a light on the writings of Native American authors. It explores the importance of their stories, especially those written in their own languages, and how they contribute to our understanding of literature and culture worldwide. The book challenges existing prejudices and celebrates the literary talents of Indigenous peoples, seeking to recover literary histories that have been disregarded. The writing begins by tackling misunderstandings about Aboriginal American literature and aims to teach readers about the diverse storytelling traditions of Native American cultures. It points out the creativity and language skills shown in the narratives of different tribes, with examples like the "Walum Olum" of the Delawares and the "Book of Rites" of the Iroquois. The author considers the historical lack of attention given to Native literary works and argues for their acknowledgment and protection, encouraging scholars and the public alike to discover the hidden literary wealth of Indigenous communities.

Aboriginal American Authors
By Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison) Brinton
Discover a forgotten world of Indigenous storytelling as a 19th-century scholar unearths the overlooked literary treasures of Native American authors, written in their own languages.
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About the AuthorDaniel Garrison Brinton was an American archaeologist, ethnologist, historian, and surgeon.
Daniel Garrison Brinton was an American archaeologist, ethnologist, historian, and surgeon.
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