The Lenni Lenape, or Delaware Indians

"The Lenni Lenape, or Delaware Indians" by Edwin Robert Walker is a historical record that examines the societal structure, traditions, and unfortunate destiny of the Lenape people, originally from New Jersey. Walker's work thoroughly explores the Lenape culture, including their habits, leadership forms, and sorrowful decline caused by exposure to immigrants from Europe. The book sheds light on how elements such as illness and alcohol contributed to the steep decline of the tribe. Walker uses historical records to underscore the Lenape's vibrant customs and the grievous circumstances that occurred as they were dislodged from their lands and finally displaced.