Acoma, the Sky City: A Study in Pueblo-Indian History and Civilization (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781025256801)

"Acoma, the Sky City: A Study in Pueblo-Indian History and Civilization" offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in North America. Perched atop a sandstone mesa in New Mexico, the Acoma Pueblo-known as the Sky City-serves as the focal point for Mary Katrine Rice Sedgwick's detailed examination of indigenous endurance and cultural heritage.

This work delves into the rich tapestry of Pueblo-Indian life, tracing the history of the Acoma people from their ancestral origins through centuries of Spanish contact, colonial resistance, and survival. Sedgwick provides a meticulous account of the social structures, religious ceremonies, and architectural marvels that define this unique civilization. By combining historical documentation with observations on daily life and traditional customs, the text illuminates the spiritual and physical resilience of a community that has maintained its identity amidst profound external pressures.

As a vital study of the American Southwest, "Acoma, the Sky City: A Study in Pueblo-Indian History and Civilization" remains an essential resource for those interested in Native American history, anthropology, and the enduring legacy of the Pueblo peoples. It captures the majesty of the mesa and the profound depth of a civilization that continues to thrive in its high-desert home.

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