Ethnological And Philological Essays By James Kennedy (1855)

By James Kennedy and Dr James Kennedy

Book Overview

Ethnological and Philological Essays by James Kennedy is a collection of essays that were published in 1855. The book covers a wide range of topics related to language, culture, and history. Kennedy was a Scottish missionary who spent many years in the South Pacific, and his essays reflect his experiences and observations from his time there.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on ethnology, or the study of human cultures and societies. Kennedy discusses the customs, beliefs, and practices of various Pacific Islander groups, including the Maoris of New Zealand and the Fijians. He also examines the impact of European colonization on these cultures, and the ways in which they adapted to new technologies and ideas.The second part of the book is devoted to philology, or the study of language. Kennedy discusses the languages of the Pacific Islands, including their origins, grammar, and vocabulary. He also examines the relationship between language and culture, and how language can be used as a tool for understanding different societies.Overall, Ethnological and Philological Essays is a fascinating look at the cultures and languages of the South Pacific in the mid-19th century. Kennedy's insights and observations provide valuable insights into the history and anthropology of the region, and his work remains an important resource for scholars and researchers today.Contains Probable Origin Of The American Indians; Question Of The Supposed Lost Tribes Of Israel; The Ancient Languages Of France And Spain.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120278805
• ISBN13: 9781120278807
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"