Societies And Ceremonial Associations In The Oglala Division Of The Teton-Dakota (1912) - Paperback

by Clark Wissler (Author)

Societies and Ceremonial Associations in the Oglala Division of the Teton-Dakota is a book written by Clark Wissler in 1912. The book is an anthropological study of the Oglala Division of the Teton-Dakota tribe, focusing on their social organization and ceremonial practices. Wissler provides a detailed description of the various societies and associations within the tribe, including the warrior societies, the buffalo societies, and the sacred societies. He also examines the roles and responsibilities of the members of these societies, as well as the rituals and ceremonies associated with them. The book provides a valuable insight into the social and cultural practices of the Oglala Division of the Teton-Dakota tribe, and is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and anthropology of Native American tribes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.