1772 AMERICANA de Pauw Controversial Attack on Native Americans Slavery Aztec Eskimos FrenchCornelius de Pauw was an 18th-century Dutch historian who is primarily known for his studies on American ethnology, describing various Native American and Aztec groups. However, his popularity was mainly focused to Europe as he claimed the natives of the Americas were inferior to those from Europe. According to Sabin, “The author endeavors to show the inferior character of everything American, especially the inhabitants, and his work evoked considerable controversy.”It was in this work, “Recherches Philosophiques,” that de Pauw sought to prove the inferiority of American natives. He discussed the ‘hermaphrodite of Florida,’ and inhumane circumcision, as well as a lengthy section on Eskimos. This work received so much criticism, that de Pauw thought it necessary to publish a defense of these attacks, which is also featured in this set. His critics were far more concerned with the original content; especially that of his recommendations of sexual impotence would be the best thing for Native Americans!Item number: #3245Price: $499PAUW, Cornelius deRecherches philosophiques sur les américains ou mémoires intéressants pour servir à l'histoire de l'espèce humaineA Cleve : Chez J.G. Bærstecher, 1772.Details: •Collation: Complete with all pages; 3 volumes in 2 vellum bindingso [5], VI-XXII, [2], 384, [32]o 256•References: Sabin 59245; Field 420; Howes P 124; •Language: French•Binding: Vellum; tight & secure•Size: ~7in X 4.5in (18cm x 12cm) Our Guarantee:Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!3245

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