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Beginning Cherokee by Betty Sharp Smith and Ruth Bradley Holmes (1978, Trade Paperback)
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Many Cherokees who ignored past opportunities to learn the language from their families are now regretting the loss. Beginning Cherokee was written to fill these needs.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of Oklahoma Press
ISBN-100806114630
ISBN-139780806114637
eBay Product ID (ePID)613979
Product Key Features
Number of Pages348 Pages
Publication NameBeginning Cherokee
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1978
SubjectNative American Languages, Ethnic Studies / Native American Studies, Native American
TypeLanguage Course
Subject AreaForeign Language Study, Social Science, History
AuthorRuth Bradley Holmes, Betty Sharp Smith
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight28.5 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN76-016498
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal497/.5
SynopsisThis book, the first of its kind, teaches the rudiments of Cherokee, which is the native tongue of about 20,000 Americans, although most of those who speak it use it only as a second language. Cherokee has had several recognized dialects in the past. The two main dialects today are the North Carolina, spoken on the Qualla Reservation by about 3,000 persons, and the Oklahoma, or Western, which is a consensus of the different ways of speech among the Cherokees mingled there after their removal from the East in the 1830's. This book uses the Oklahoma dialect. Recent increased interest has created a demand for Amerindian language courses. Many Cherokees who ignored past opportunities to learn the language from their families are now regretting the loss. Parents who once believed that such knowledge would only be a disadvantage to their children have changed their minds. Youths who have now concluded that their ancestors had much to offer are anxious to investigate the language for themselves. Those who do not have time to spare for organized study would often like to have a convenient source book on the Cherokee language and its syllabary. Beginning Cherokee was written to fill these needs. It will help everyone who uses this book, whether Cherokee or not, to understand that Indian tribes are contemporary people with an enduring heritage. The Cherokee language frames an outlook and an intellect that can contribute much to civilization in the future, as it has in the past., This book, the first of its kind, teaches the rudiments of Cherokee, which is the native tongue of about 20,000 Americans, although most of those who speak it use it only as a second language. Cherokee has had several recognized dialects in the past. The two main dialects today are the North Carolina, spoken on the Qualla Reservation by about 3,000 persons, and the Oklahoma, or Western, which is a consensus of the different ways of speech among the Cherokees mingled there after their removal from the East in the 1830?s. This book uses the Oklahoma dialect. Recent increased interest has created a demand for Amerindian language courses. Many Cherokees who ignored past opportunities to learn the language from their families are now regretting the loss. Parents who once believed that such knowledge would only be a disadvantage to their children have changed their minds. Youths who have now concluded that their ancestors had much to offer are anxious to investigate the language for themselves. Those who do not have time to spare for organized study would often like to have a convenient source book on the Cherokee language and its syllabary. Beginning Cherokee was written to fill these needs. It will help everyone who uses this book, whether Cherokee or not, to understand that Indian tribes are contemporary people with an enduring heritage. The Cherokee language frames an outlook and an intellect that can contribute much to civilization in the future, as it has in the past.
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- 19 Mar, 2021
The title is perfect, it says what it does
The book arrived in perfect condition, it was professionally packaged - I have been very pleased. I find the contents of the book and the contents of the cds do not match; I find it confusing and irritating. A new language in writing and speech is difficult to begin with and the way the book is laid out did not help me. I have made no progress so far, but I shall persevere because I need the knowledge of this language. M.JollyVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 Sep, 2022
Great beginner book.
A good starting place for those interested in learning to speak Cherokee. It will not replace a class - most will still need a group / someplace to immerse themselves in speaking the new language.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Feb, 2019
The Best
Outstanding text. Organized in a logical, sequential way. The dictionary at the end is invaluable.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Nov, 2019
Well worded.
This book makes Cherokee (ᏀᎳᎩ) simple to learn and understand. $15 is definitely worth the knowledge.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 May, 2024
Great shape and extremely important to me as I’m half Cherokee
Great shape and extremely important to me as I’m half CherokeeVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 20 Feb, 2019
Easy to use
Helpful in studyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 20 Dec, 2018
And attribute to the culture
It is incredible extremely informativeVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
