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Gwich'in Stem List (1975 – Leer)
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Language Name
Gwich'in.
Alternate Language Names
Gwitch'in, Kutchin, Kootchin, Loucheux, Loucheaux, Takudh, Tukudh.
Region
Northwest Territories, Yukon, Canada; Alaska, United States.
Who
Jeff Leer (Author).
Others Involved
There is no information included in this resource about others involved.
Publishing Information
It is unclear whether this resource was formally published. However, it is estimated to have been written in 1975.
How People are Cited
The author is named on the first page of the PDF.
How Information is Cited
In the handwritten introduction to the wordlist (starting on page 2 of the PDF).
Where is Information Coming from
This stems included in this wordlist are identified as coming from "Dinjii Zhuu Gwandak" which is most likely referring to Dinjii Zhuu Gwandak: Gwich'in Stories (1974) compiled by Katherine Peter, Mary L. Pope, and the Alaska State Operated School System.
Tools and Framework used
This resource is available as a digital book. It is a scan of a handwritten wordlist.
Access
This resource is open access.
Included Languages and Directionality
Gwich'in to English.
Dialects Included
No dialect is specified for this wordlist.
Type of Dictionary
This is a bilingual, mono-directional wordlist/stem list.
How are Entries Organised
Entries are organized by semantic theme. Some of the themes include Postpositions, Adverbs, Modifiers and Relational Nouns. Pages 2-4 of the PDF consist of a short introduction to the contents of the list by the author.
Other Features
| Feature | Included | More Information |
|---|---|---|
| Guide to use and understand | ✅ | It is handwritten but legible |
| Audio | ❌ | |
| Images | ❌ | |
| Example phrases | ❌ | |
| Speakers marked | ❌ | |
| Dialects marked | ❌ |
Other Notes
Although this resource is a scan of hand written notes (in cursive), it is neatly written which makes it quite legible and easy to understand.
External Links
Reference and open access digital copy of Gwich'in Stem List through the Alaska Native Language Archive: https://www.uaf.edu/anla/record.php?identifier=KU973L1975a