Choctaw Language and Culture: Chahta Anumpa (Volume 1)

Description

Choctaw Language and Culture combines a beginning language and grammar text with a selection of essays on Choctaw his| language| and culture from prehistoric times to the present.
In part one of the book| “Chahta Anumpa|” Marcia Haag| a linguist| and Henry Willis| a native speaker and Choctaw instructor| present the Choctaw language.
Each chapter begins with a conversation or a Choctaw story.
Designed for classroom use and to preserve the rich heritage of the Choctaw language| the lessons introduce new words| explain sentence construction and correct usage| and provide exercises in grammar and composition.
Part two| “Kaniohmichi-hosh Okchayat Il-asha (“The Way We Live”)|” contains essays on Choctaw his and culture written especially for this volume by leading scholars in anthropology| his| linguistics| archaeology| and Native American studies.
Beginning with “The Ancient Ones|” the chapters describe Choctaw prehis| daily life before contact| ritual and religion| trade| removal to Indian Territory| schools| newspapers| and contemporary life.