Types of Canoes on Puget Sound

Types of Canoes on Puget Sound, written by T. T. Waterman and published in 1920, is an ethnographic study of the dugout canoes used by Indigenous peoples in the Puget Sound region. The book categorizes six distinct canoe types—war, freight, trolling, shovel-nose, one-man, and children's canoes—detailing their design, cultural significance, and functionality. It highlights the technological sophistication of canoe construction and the deep connection between these communities and their maritime environment, making it a significant contribution to the study of Indigenous history and culture.