Games of the North American Indians (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781497910607)

Games of the North American Indians is a comprehensive study of the traditional games played by various indigenous tribes in North America. Written by Stewart Culin, an American anthropologist and museum curator, the book provides a detailed account of the games, including their rules, equipment, and cultural significance. The book is divided into chapters based on the different types of games, such as ball games, dice games, and gambling games. Each chapter includes descriptions of specific games played by different tribes, as well as illustrations and photographs of the equipment used. The book also includes information on the role of games in Native American culture, including their use in religious ceremonies and as a means of socialization and competition. Overall, Games of the North American Indians is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of indigenous peoples in North America.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1907 Edition.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: Stewart Culin
ISBN-10: 1497910609
ISBN-13: 9781497910607
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 03/29/2014
Pages: 828
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 4.81lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.75d