American Aboriginal Portfolio (1853)

The American Aboriginal Portfolio is a book written by Mary H. Eastman and published in 1853. It is a collection of sketches and descriptions of the daily life, customs, and traditions of various Native American tribes in the United States. The book includes illustrations drawn by Eastman's husband, Seth Eastman, who was a well-known artist and officer in the United States Army. The sketches depict scenes of hunting, fishing, and other activities, as well as portraits of individuals from different tribes. The book also provides detailed information about the history and culture of each tribe, including their languages, religious beliefs, and social structures. The American Aboriginal Portfolio is considered an important historical document that provides insight into the lives of Native Americans during the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.