James, Edwin 1797-1861 creator Long, Stephen H. (Stephen Harriman) 1784-1864 Say, Thomas 1787-1834 Thwaites, Reuben Gold 1853-1913 text utu 2015 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "James's Account of S. H. Long's Expedition, 1819-1820, Part 2" by Edwin James et al. is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work is a reprint of a portion of an earlier expedition narrative, describing the interactions and observations made by James and his contemporaries during their travels through the American West, particularly focusing on the indigenous cultures and their social structures. The text delves into the life, customs, and experiences of the Omawhaw nation, detailing their marriage practices, familial relationships, and societal norms. The opening of the book provides an in-depth look at the complex marriage customs of the Omawhaw people, including the tradition of betrothal from infancy and the common practice of polygamy. It discusses the dynamics within families, including conflicts often arising from jealousy among wives, and the husband's role in mediating these disputes. Early narratives capture the distinct aspects of Omawhaw family life, such as childcare, responsibilities, and even the emotional ties between spouses, illustrating a rich tapestry of their cultural practices while providing glimpses into the individuals' lives within these customs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-05-29 Produced by Greg Bergquist and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Indians of North America West (U.S.) -- Description and travel Rocky Mountains United States -- Discovery and exploration F590.3 Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49071 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49071 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134128.0 49071