"A Key into the Language of America" by Roger Williams offers a fascinating glimpse into the Narragansett language and the culture of the Native Americans of New England during the colonial period. More than just a phrasebook, this historical text provides "Briefe Observations of the Customes, Manners, and Worships" of the people Williams encountered.
This unique work serves as a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American languages, colonial history, or the early interactions between Europeans and indigenous populations in America. Williams's detailed observations provide insights into the linguistics of the Narragansett tongue, offering a window into a world on the cusp of significant change. Explore the language and lifeways of early America through the eyes of one of its most observant chroniclers. A cornerstone text for those studying the history of language, colonial New England, and Native American cultures.
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