Jaime de Angulo Books

Jaime de Angulo was a linguist, ethnomusicologist, and storyteller who delved into the heart of the Indigenous cultures of the American West. His extensive work, often conducted outside traditional academic settings, focused on understanding the intricate languages and musical traditions of Native peoples in California and Mexico. De Angulo sought integration with the tribes he studied, capturing their narratives and wisdom through detailed phonetic recordings and deep linguistic analysis. His literary output, influenced by Indigenous 'coyote tales,' celebrates subversive wisdom and a unique worldview, earning him acclaim from literary figures like Ezra Pound.