The Oraibi Oaqo Ceremony: The Stanley McCormick Hopi Expedition (1903)

The Oraibi Oaqo Ceremony: The Stanley McCormick Hopi Expedition (1903) is a book written by Henry R. Voth. It is a detailed account of the Oaqo ceremony that took place in Oraibi, a Hopi village in Arizona, in 1903. The ceremony was conducted by the Hopi people to honor their ancestors and seek their blessings for the coming year.The book is based on the notes and observations made by Stanley McCormick, a wealthy American philanthropist, who led an expedition to Oraibi to witness the ceremony. McCormick was accompanied by Voth, a linguist and ethnographer, who documented the entire event.The book provides a comprehensive description of the Oaqo ceremony, including its rituals, songs, dances, and symbolism. It also explores the cultural and historical significance of the ceremony for the Hopi people. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and drawings that capture the essence of the ceremony.The Oraibi Oaqo Ceremony: The Stanley McCormick Hopi Expedition (1903) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Hopi culture and history. It offers a unique insight into the spiritual practices of one of the oldest indigenous communities in North America.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.