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An Account of the Indians of the Santa Barbara Islands in California

Description: This book offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of the indigenous people who once inhabited the Santa Barbara Islands off the coast of California. The author meticulously assembles historical records from early explorers, missionaries, and settlers to paint a vivid portrait of these long-extinct communities. Drawing on firsthand accounts, the book explores the islands' unique geography and abundant resources, revealing how these conditions shaped the culture and lifestyle of the islanders. We learn about their impressive seafaring skills, their ingenuity in crafting tools and dwellings, and the intricacies of their social structure. The book also sheds light on the tragic fate of these islanders, whose populations dwindled after the arrival of European settlers and missionaries. Through the lens of historical accounts, we witness the devastating consequences of cultural clash, disease, and forced assimilation. The author’s meticulous research and insightful analysis provide a valuable contribution to our understanding of the pre-colonial history of California, reminding us of the rich and diverse cultures that existed before European contact. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: America

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

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Book Title: Account of the Indians of the Santa Barbara Islands in California (Classic Reprint)

Number of Pages: 36 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Publication Year: 2015

Topic: Americas (North, Central, South, West Indies)

Item Height: 0.1 in

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Genre: History

Item Weight: 2.3 Oz

Author: Gustavus A. Eisen

Item Length: 9 in

Item Width: 6 in

Format: Trade Paperback

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