"Alphabetical Vocabularies of the Clallum and Lummi" by George Gibbs is a mid-19th century exploration into the languages of the Clallum and Lummi tribes of the Pacific Northwest. The work aims to record and examine the particular vocabulary and linguistic traits of these indigenous groups. The book emphasizes both languages, drawing attention to their unique characteristics, and hopes to broaden the understanding of Native American languages, considering the setting, the people groups, where they are located, linguistic connections, and the unique sound capabilities of their languages. The book also mentions the author's work gathering vocabulary while working with the N.W. Boundary Commission while constructing the vocabularies he put together, paving the way for the massive linguistic data that appeared as a result.
Alphabetical Vocabularies of the Clallum and Lummi
By George Gibbs
Venture into the world of distinct tribal languages, where every nasal sound and vowel pronunciation tells a story of culture, geography, and history in the Pacific Northwest.
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About the AuthorGeorge Gibbs (1815–1873) was an American ethnologist, naturalist and geologist who contributed to the study of the languages of indigenous peoples in Washington Territory. Known for his expertise in Native American customs and languages, Gibbs participated in numerous treaty negotiations between the U.S. government and the native tribes.
George Gibbs (1815–1873) was an American ethnologist, naturalist and geologist who contributed to the study of the languages of indigenous peoples in Washington Territory. Known for his expertise in Native American customs and languages, Gibbs participated in numerous treaty negotiations between the U.S. government and the native tribes.
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