Cultural and Natural Areas of Native North America: University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, No. 38 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258766252)

Cultural and Natural Areas of Native North America is a book that explores the diverse cultural and natural regions of North America as they were before European colonization. Written by Alfred Louis Kroeber, a prominent American anthropologist, this book is part of the University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology series.The book is divided into two main sections: the first section explores the natural regions of North America, including the various climate zones, vegetation types, and animal habitats. The second section focuses on the cultural regions of Native North America, examining the different linguistic and cultural groups that inhabited the continent before European contact.Throughout the book, Kroeber emphasizes the interconnectedness of culture and the environment, arguing that the natural landscape played a crucial role in shaping the beliefs, practices, and traditions of Native American communities. He also highlights the diversity and complexity of Native American cultures, challenging the simplistic stereotypes that often dominate popular perceptions of indigenous peoples.Overall, Cultural and Natural Areas of Native North America is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the rich cultural and ecological diversity of North America's indigenous peoples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alfred Louis Kroeber
ISBN-10: 1258766256
ISBN-13: 9781258766252
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 07/20/2013
Pages: 258
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.47lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.63d