In 'History, Manners, and Customs of the Indian Nations Who Once Inhabited Pennsylvania,' John Gottlieb Ernestus Heckewelder delves into the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of Pennsylvania. Written in a scholarly and informative style, Heckewelder explores the traditional customs, social structures, and daily lives of these native tribes. Drawing on his personal interactions with the Lenape and other tribes, Heckewelder provides a comprehensive overview of their history and way of life. This book serves as an invaluable resource for anyone interested in Native American studies and early American history. Heckewelder's meticulous attention to detail and deep respect for the subject matter make this book a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

From the Introduction: "The reader of the following pages, having already seen what has induced me to come forward with an historical account of the Indians, after so many have written on the same subject, will perhaps look for something more extraordinary in this than in other works of the kind which he has seen. Not wishing any one to raise his expectations too high, I shall briefly state that I have not written to excite astonishment, but for the information of those who are desirous of knowing the true history of those people, who, for centuries, have been in full possession of the country we now inhabit; but who have since emigrated to a great distance."

This eBook has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. From the Introduction: "The reader of the following pages, having already seen what has induced me to come forward with an historical account of the Indians, after so many have written on the same subject, will perhaps look for something more extraordinary in this than in other works of the kind which he has seen. Not wishing any one to raise his expectations too high, I shall briefly state that I have not written to excite astonishment, but for the information of those who are desirous of knowing the true history of those people, who, for centuries, have been in full possession of the country we now inhabit; but who have since emigrated to a great distance."

Reverend Heckewelder (1743-1823) was an American missionary for the Moravian Church who was an evangelist to the Indians and assisted in treaties with them. His extensive studies of the languages and customs of the American Indians, particularly the Delawares, resulted in the publication of this work in 1818, and he was the author of several other similar studies. Reprinted from the revised edition of 1881 with additional notes.

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