Samuel Rivers Hendren
''Government And Religion Of The Virginia Indians'' is a historical book written by Samuel Rivers Hendren in 1895. The book provides a comprehensive account of the government and religion of the Virginia Indians during the colonial period. It covers the various tribes that inhabited the region, including the Powhatan, Pamunkey, Chickahominy, and Mattaponi tribes. The author explores the political and social organization of these tribes, including their leaders, laws, and customs. He also provides a detailed description of their religious beliefs and practices, including their creation myths, deities, and rituals. The book is based on extensive research and primary sources, including colonial records, ethnographic accounts, and archaeological findings. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Virginia Indians and their interactions with European settlers.''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.
