The Iroquois Book of Rites

About this book

In the late 19th century, as the Iroquois Confederacy faced significant cultural shifts, "The Iroquois Book of Rites" by Horatio Hale emerged as a crucial ethnological document. This comprehensive work meticulously details the ceremonial practices and spiritual beliefs that underpin the Iroquois identity, emphasizing the importance of communal rituals and the role of the Great Law of Peace. Readers will discover the intricate connections between these rites and the Confederacy's sociopolitical structures, revealing how traditions have shaped governance and community cohesion. Ideal for students, civic activists, and historians alike, this text serves as an essential resource for understanding Indigenous perspectives and the enduring legacy of Iroquois culture.

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