Linguistic and Genetic (mtDNA) Connections between Native Peoples of Alaska and California

Discover the fascinating connections between the Native Peoples of Alaska and California in Linguistic and Genetic (mtDNA) Connections between Native Peoples of Alaska and California by Cecil H. Brown. Published by Bloomsbury Publishing Plc in 2024, this intriguing hardback spans 248 pages, delving into the rich linguistic and biological ties that unite the Aleuts of coastal southwest Alaska and the Utians of coastal central California.

Brown's comprehensive examination reveals how both groups share a common parent language that diverged during the Middle Holocene Period. The book highlights the remarkable journey of the Utians, who migrated by watercraft to the San Francisco Bay during this era. This essential read is perfect for those interested in anthropology, linguistics, and the history of indigenous peoples in North America.