| American Indians Contributor(s): Ready, Reference (Author), Markowitz, Harvey (Editor), Salem Press (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0893567574 ISBN-13: 9780893567576 Publisher: Salem Press OUR PRICE: $327.69 Product Type: Hardcover Published: April 1995 Annotation: This fully illustrated reference work examines American Indian history and culture during the formation of the US and Canada, and the history and customs of their presence on the North American continent dating back to ancient times. 1,129 topics detail personages, tribes, art and architecture, organizations, historical events, cultural traditions, religion, and more. Historical events include the Apache Wars and Sioux Uprising. Covers ceremonial customs such as feasts, spirit dances, and rites of passage, as well as contemporary issues including voting rights, tribal councils, and gambling. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Native American |
| Dewey: 970.004 |
| LCCN: 94047633 |
| Series: Ready Reference |
| Physical Information: 3.81" H x 8.44" W x 10.31" (7.00 lbs) 3 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This work examines American Indian history and culture from ancient times through the formation of the US and Canada and into modern society. Topics covered include: personages; tribes; art and architecture; organizations; historical events; cultural traditions; and ceremonial customs. |