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California History -- Two Pieces

California History -- Two Pieces

By: Alice Turner Curtis
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 Delve into the fascinating legacy of Alfred Louis Kroeber (1876-1960), an influential American cultural anthropologist who not only established the anthropology department at the University of California, Berkeley but also directed its Museum of Anthropology from 1909 to 1947. Kroeber and his students played a crucial role in documenting the cultural heritage of western Native American tribes and pioneered significant concepts such as culture area, cultural configuration, and cultural fatigue. Explore Types of Indian Culture In California, an early monograph from the University of California, alongside insights from the Alaska‚ìYukon‚ìPacific Exposition‚Seattles 1909 worlds fair that showcased the Pacific Northwests growth and development. This report from the commissioners responsible for California‚s exhibit offers a revealing glimpse into the states economy and culture during that vibrant period. - Summary by Wikipedia and David WalesCopyright History & Horror Collections Science Social Sciences World
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  • 03 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various

    03 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various
    Sep 2 2025
    Delve into the fascinating legacy of Alfred Louis Kroeber (1876-1960), an influential American cultural anthropologist who not only established the anthropology department at the University of California, Berkeley but also directed its Museum of Anthropology from 1909 to 1947. Kroeber and his students played a crucial role in documenting the cultural heritage of western Native American tribes and pioneered significant concepts such as culture area, cultural configuration, and cultural fatigue. Explore Types of Indian Culture In California, an early monograph from the University of California, alongside insights from the Alaska‚ìYukon‚ìPacific Exposition‚Seattles 1909 worlds fair that showcased the Pacific Northwests growth and development. This report from the commissioners responsible for California‚s exhibit offers a revealing glimpse into the states economy and culture during that vibrant period. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales
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    39 mins
  • 02 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various

    02 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various
    Sep 2 2025
    Delve into the fascinating legacy of Alfred Louis Kroeber (1876-1960), an influential American cultural anthropologist who not only established the anthropology department at the University of California, Berkeley but also directed its Museum of Anthropology from 1909 to 1947. Kroeber and his students played a crucial role in documenting the cultural heritage of western Native American tribes and pioneered significant concepts such as culture area, cultural configuration, and cultural fatigue. Explore Types of Indian Culture In California, an early monograph from the University of California, alongside insights from the Alaska‚ìYukon‚ìPacific Exposition‚Seattles 1909 worlds fair that showcased the Pacific Northwests growth and development. This report from the commissioners responsible for California‚s exhibit offers a revealing glimpse into the states economy and culture during that vibrant period. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales
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    29 mins
  • 01 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various

    01 - California History -- Two Pieces by Various
    Sep 2 2025
    Delve into the fascinating legacy of Alfred Louis Kroeber (1876-1960), an influential American cultural anthropologist who not only established the anthropology department at the University of California, Berkeley but also directed its Museum of Anthropology from 1909 to 1947. Kroeber and his students played a crucial role in documenting the cultural heritage of western Native American tribes and pioneered significant concepts such as culture area, cultural configuration, and cultural fatigue. Explore Types of Indian Culture In California, an early monograph from the University of California, alongside insights from the Alaska‚ìYukon‚ìPacific Exposition‚Seattles 1909 worlds fair that showcased the Pacific Northwests growth and development. This report from the commissioners responsible for California‚s exhibit offers a revealing glimpse into the states economy and culture during that vibrant period. - Summary by Wikipedia and David Wales
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    31 mins
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