Native Nations: Cultures and Histories of Native North America
By Nancy Bonvillain Bard College at Simon's Rock.
Description
Combining historical background with discussion of contemporary Native nations and their living cultures, this comprehensive text introduces students to some of the many indigenous peoples in North America. The book is organized into parts corresponding to regional divisions within which similar, though not identical, cultural practices developed. Each part opens with an overview of the topography, climate, and natural resources in the area, and describes the range of cultural practices and beliefs grounded in the area. Subsequent chapters are devoted to specific tribal groups, their histor...
ISBN(s)
144225145X, 9781442251458
