The Beothucks or Red Indians: The Aboriginal Inhabitants of Newfoundland (Classic Reprint) (English Edition)

A detailed, documentary portrait of Newfoundland’s Beothuk people through their language, history, and cultures. This edition gathers centuries of accounts, vocabularies, and firsthand insights from researchers and observers to illuminate a unique Indigenous culture that once lived along the Newfoundland coast.

The book traces Beothuk history from early encounters with explorers to 19th?century efforts by scholars and local informants. It presents a careful synthesis of letters, journals, and linguistic notes, including traces of the last known survivors, and highlights the work of notable researchers who documented the language, customs, and daily life of the Beothuk people.

- A broad historical scope, with sources ranging from the 15th to the 19th century
- Documentary vocabulary notes and language background from Beothuk speech
- Biographical sketches of key informants, researchers, and collectors
- Context on Beothuk culture, daily life, and traditional practices

Ideal for readers of regional history, ethnology, and Indigenous studies who seek a well?sourced, comprehensive view of the Beothucks and their place in Newfoundland’s past.