The Character and Influence of the Indian Trade in Wisconsin (eBook)

Frederick Jackson Turner (Autor)

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2022
64 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654734744-6 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Character and Influence of the Indian Trade in Wisconsin," Frederick Jackson Turner delves into the intricate dynamics of trade between Native American tribes and European settlers in the Wisconsin territory. Turner employs a meticulous historical methodology, weaving together economic data, cultural analysis, and firsthand accounts to elucidate the profound impact of the Indian trade on the region's development. Written during the late 19th century, a period of growing interest in American frontier history, the work reflects Turner's broader thesis on the significance of the American West in shaping national character and identity, as articulated in his famed "Frontier Thesis." Frederick Jackson Turner, a distinguished historian and scholar, rose to prominence in the American historical landscape with his innovative ideas about the frontier. His academic background, steeped in a blend of history, anthropology, and sociology, ultimately led him to investigate the complexities of cultural exchanges and economic interactions in the early American landscape. Turner's experiences growing up in the Midwest fostered a profound understanding of regional dynamics, allowing him to analyze the transformative role of the Indian trade within a larger narrative of American history. This book is indispensable for readers seeking to comprehend the multifaceted relationships that shaped early American society. It is particularly relevant for historians, anthropologists, and those interested in indigenous studies. Turner's insights not only illuminate the past but also encourage contemporary reflections on the socio-economic implications of cultural intersection.

Autor

Frederick Jackson Turner (1861–1932) was a pivotal figure in American historiography, renowned for his innovative analysis of the American frontier and its role in shaping the character of American democracy. A professor of history at the University of Wisconsin and later at Harvard, Turner's scholarship was marked by a dynamic synthesis of economic, political, and social history. His seminal essay, 'The Significance of the Frontier in American History', revolutionized the understanding of the American West by postulating that the moving frontier line shaped American institutions and character. Turner's scholarly pursuits extended to a study of early American trade, as exemplified by his monograph 'The Character and Influence of the Indian Trade in Wisconsin' (1891), wherein he investigated the intercultural dynamics between European traders and Native Americans, and how these exchanges affected regional economics and social structures. Turner's work was characterized by a lucid prose style and an emphasis on the synthesis of broad historical forces. He was elected a member of the American Historical Association and served as its president, solidifying his legacy as a foundational thinker in American historiography. His influence persists in the ongoing scholarly debates concerning the frontier's role in American identity and development.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 19th Century American History • 19th century research • American democracy influence • American frontier economics • american frontier history • Colonial American trade routes • Colonial trade relationships • Complex frontier narratives • cultural dynamics • Economic anthropology • economic transformations • European indigenous interactions • Frederick Jackson Turner • Frontier historiography • Frontier studies • fur trade • Fur trade in North America • Historical Analysis • Historical influence of trade • Historical legacy analysis • History • Indians of North America • Indigenous commerce • indigenous economic impact • Multifaceted trade dynamics • Native American History • Native American interactions • Native American trade history • Socio-economic landscape • To 1848 • trading posts • Turner scholarship • United States • Wisconsin • Wisconsin fur trade • Wisconsin Indian history