J.W. Powell. Annual Report of the Bureau of Ethnology to the Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution.
Washington: Government Printing Office. 1881+ (see below for list of volumes). 11.5" x 8.5". Mix of volumes, some are ex-library. The condition varies, generally very good. The first report in very good / near fine condition with minimal staining. The fifth report is in poor condition, with binding fraying, boards and pages loose or detached. Many books contain inserts in maps but not all have been checked for completeness, reach out with specific questions.
Includes annual Reports: 1st - 12th; 14th, 16th (Part 1); 17th; 19th-20th; 22nd-23rd; 25th-38th; 42nd & 44th; Bulletins 25 - 27. 43 total books.
The Annual Reports of the Bureau of Ethnology by J.W. Powell, published between 1881 and the early 20th century, document the foundational efforts of the Smithsonian Institution's Bureau of Ethnology to systematically study and preserve the cultures, languages, and histories of Indigenous peoples across North America. Under Powell's direction, these reports compiled extensive ethnographic, linguistic, and archaeological research—including detailed accounts of tribal customs, social structures, and material artifacts.
Note on shipping - these books are heavy, weight around 7 pounds each. Total weight is ~300 pounds and will be shipped in multiple boxes. This is reflected in the price.
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