Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon, or, Trade Language of Oregon

Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon, or, Trade Language of Oregon

Exploring the Linguistic Legacy of the Pacific NorthwestBy George Gibbs
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In 'Dictionary of the Chinook Jargon, or, Trade Language of Oregon,' George Gibbs offers an exhaustive lexicon of the Chinook Jargon, a pidgin language that emerged in the Pacific Northwest during the fur trade era. This scholarly work meticulously catalogs the vocabulary and grammar of this unique trade language, drawing from a rich tapestry of Native American, French, English, and Spanish influences. Written in the mid-19th century, Gibbs's diction reflects a profound appreciation for linguistic diversity, reinforcing the textual significance of language as a cultural vessel. The work is not only a linguistic reference but also a valuable historical document shedding light on cross-cultural exchanges in a transformative period of American history. George Gibbs (1815-1873) was a prominent American ethnologist and linguist whose scholarly pursuits were significantly influenced by his experiences in the Pacific Northwest. As a member of the early American expeditions and an advocate for Native American rights, Gibbs became deeply invested in preserving the languages and cultures that were at risk of erasure. His passion for anthropology and linguistics compelled him to document the Chinook Jargon, ensuring its acknowledgment and appreciation in the annals of American heritage. This book is essential for linguists, historians, and anyone interested in the rich cultural tapestry of the American West. Gibbs's thoroughness and insight make this work not only a definitive reference for the Chinook Jargon but also a testament to the dynamic interactions that shaped early American identity. Readers will find themselves transported to a time where language served as both a bridge and a barrier among diverse peoples.

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Rating★★★★ 4.4 (24)
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GenreOther
Length1 hr 54 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 26, 2019
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
25~C.~
2PREFACE.
26~D.~
3~PART I.~
27~E.~
4A DICTIONARY OF THE CHINOOK JARGON.
28~F.~
5~B.~
29~G.~
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6~C.~
30~H.~
7~D.~
31~I.~
8~E.~
32~J.~
9~G.~
33~K.~
10~H.~
34~L.~
11~I.~
35~M.~
12~K.~
36~N.~
13~L.~
37~O.~
14~M.~
38~P.~
15~N.~
39~Q.~
16~O.~
40~R.~
17~P.~
41~S.~
18~S.~
42~T.~
19T.
43~U.~
20~W.~
44~V.~
21Y.
45~W.~
22~PART II.~
46~Y.~
23PART II. ENGLISH-CHINOOK.
47THE LORD'S PRAYER IN JARGON.
24~B.~

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