Life Among the Piutes (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781117704579)

The Shelf2Life Native American Studies Collection is a unique set of pre-1923 materials that explore the characteristics and customs of North American Indians. From traditional songs and dance of the Apache and Navajo to the intricate patterns of Arapaho moccasins, these titles explore the symbolic meaning of Native American music and art. Complex relationships between tribal groups and government are also examined, highlighting the historic struggle for land rights, while the retelling of ancient myths and legends emphasize a belief in the interconnection of humans and nature and provide readers with significant insight into a culture deeply rooted in spirituality. The Shelf2Life Native American Studies Collection provides an invaluable perspective into Native American culture and politics during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Author: Sarah Winnemucca Hopkins
ISBN-10: 1117704572
ISBN-13: 9781117704579
Publisher: BCR (Bibliographical Center for Research)
Language: English
Published: 12/07/2009
Pages: 272
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.52lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.63d