Miwok Material Culture: Indian Life Of The Yosemite Region (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258022327)

Miwok Material Culture: Indian Life Of The Yosemite Region is a book written by Samuel Alfred Barrett that provides a comprehensive examination of the material culture of the Miwok Indians who inhabited the Yosemite region in California. The book delves into the various aspects of Miwok life including their hunting and gathering practices, their use of plants for medicinal and other purposes, their clothing and adornment, their tools and weapons, and their housing and shelter. The author draws upon archaeological evidence, ethnographic accounts, and firsthand observations to provide a detailed account of Miwok life and culture. He also explores the impact of European colonization on the Miwok people and their way of life, including changes to their material culture and traditional practices. Overall, Miwok Material Culture: Indian Life Of The Yosemite Region is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, particularly the Miwok people of the Yosemite region. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily lives and customs of this indigenous group, and sheds light on the ways in which they adapted to changing circumstances over time.Bulletin Of Milwaukee Public Museum, V2, No. 4, March, 1933.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: Samuel Alfred Barrett,Edward Winslow Gifford
ISBN-10: 125802232X
ISBN-13: 9781258022327
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/15/2011
Pages: 260
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.22lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d