George Catlin Bücher

In 1832, at the age of 36, painter George Catlin went west to preserve the traditions of the American Indians. For eight years, he traveled among various tribes, recording the customs and lifestyles of the Crow, Blackfoot, Sioux and Cheyenne.

Alles Leben (auf Erden) ist Atmung Alles Übrige (auf Erden) ist Tod

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THE LIFE AMONG The INDIANS - BY GEOBGE CATLIN - PREFACE - ON my recent return from a long and toilsome campaign amongat the Indian tribes of Sonth and Central America, M well aa those on the Pacific side of the Rocky Mountains in North America, I wau requested to prepare a book of facia for youthful readem on the character and condi- tion of the Americtul Indians. I at once embraced the suggestion made to me, and am here entering upon the plan, the results of which wiIl be met and judged of in the following page the youthful readers of khia volnme will scarcely have read my work on the North American Indians, published some years since, they my reaonably expect me to give some introduction of myself before we atart together, which I will here do in a few words, and leave them to learn more of me when I may........

The book serves as an accessible guide to political theory, aimed at the general reader. It features extensive quotations from original sources to illuminate key concepts, while also providing brief historical contexts that describe the civilizations in which these theories emerged. This approach helps readers understand the evolution of political thought through a well-rounded perspective.

George Catlin's classic work, where he passionately supports the practice of closing the mouth whilst breathing, is reproduced here in full including his illustrations. In the author's opinion, closing the mouth is a way of ensuring a better mood and overall state in life. His lively illustrations contrast a person whose mouth is often open - whether during sleep or waking hours - with an individual whose mouth is generally shut. Catlin's opinions were never accepted into the medical canon, but remain interesting in their historical context; Catlin was a painter and writer who spent years living among and painting members of various Native American tribes, gaining great admiration for their lifestyle and culture. Complimenting Catlin's other book on this subject - Shut Your Mouth and Save Your Life - The Breath of Life discusses more of the author's personal experiences and encounters. His respect and high regard for the Native Americans is evident as Catlin observes how many tribesmen and women keep their mouths closed. Even the mouths of Native American babies are closed by their mothers as they sleep; a practice Catlin believes helps the infant retain an even temper and serene appearance later in life.

In 1832, at the age of 36, painter George Catlin went west to preserve the traditions of the American Indians. For eight years, he traveled among various tribes, recording the customs and lifestyles of the Crow, Blackfoot, Sioux and Cheyenne.