The Wampanoags in the seventeenth century : $b An ethnohistorical survey

A thorough, yet accessible, portrait of the Wampanoag people in the early seventeenth century unfolds in this ethnographic survey. Drawing on every surviving historical source, the author arranges material into clear topical sections—social organization, religious practice, daily life, and political leadership—so listeners can quickly locate the information they need. Comprehensive notes and occasional footnotes guide the curious reader through the complexities of a culture that was profoundly altered by early European contact, while thoughtful commentary points out the gaps that still remain.

Originally prepared as an in‑house guide for staff at a living‑history museum, the work has become a go‑to reference for scholars, educators, and anyone interested in the peoples of southern New England. With a detailed map of tribal territories and numerous annotations, it offers a vivid sense of the Wampanoag’s world before, during, and after the arrival of the Pilgrims, inviting listeners to explore a foundational chapter of American history.