Physical anthropology of the Lenape or Delawares, and of the eastern Indians in general

This volume offers a careful examination of the human remains recovered from a Munsee burial ground in the Delaware Valley in 1914. Drawing on dozens of skulls, teeth and long bones, the author records detailed measurements, notes patterns of sex and age, and highlights distinctive features such as cranial shape, facial projection and dental form. The study situates these findings within a broader comparison of eastern Indian populations, using maps and illustrative plates to show how the Lenape fit into regional biological variation.

Beyond the raw data, the work reflects the early‑twentieth‑century effort to document a culture whose way of life was rapidly changing. Readers will hear clear explanations of technical terms, step‑by‑step observations of bone structure, and a thoughtful discussion of what these physical traits may reveal about health, diet and lifestyle. It serves both scholars and curious listeners who want a grounded glimpse into the scientific side of anthropology.