"American Languages, and Why We Should Study Them" by Daniel G. Brinton is a speech from 1885 urging people to study the languages of America's first peoples because they are a crucial part of the country's story. The book argues that these languages are a key to learning about American history and the different groups of people who lived here. Brinton explains how these languages show the social lives, traditions, and beliefs of North American tribes, offering clues about their relationships and movements. He points out that these languages aren't studied enough and calls for more effort to learn them. Brinton believes that studying these languages can help us understand language and people better, bridging gaps in what we know about different cultures.
American Languages, and Why We Should Study Them
By Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison) Brinton
Uncover the secrets of a continent's past by studying its forgotten native tongues, and reveal lost histories of language, culture, and human civilization.
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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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