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The American heritage book of Indians / by the editors of American heritage ; editor in charge, Alvin M. Josephy, Jr. ; narrative by William Brandon ; introduction by John F. Kennedy.

Summary:

A comprehensive account of American Indian history, from their arrival via the Bering Strait through their rapid expansion throughout the continent to their subjugation by European conquerors, accompanied by numerous maps, photos, and illustrations.

Record details

  • ISBN: 0517391805
  • ISBN: 9780517391808
  • Physical Description: 424 pages : illustrations (some color), maps ; 29 cm.
  • Publisher: New York : Bonanza Books, 1982, c1961.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
People of the dawn -- Feathered gods and priests -- Empires of the sun -- People of peace -- King of the world -- War in the forest -- The anvil of America -- The dispossessed -- The image makers -- Kayakers and cannibal dancers -- Beulah land -- The people of dreams -- The last arrow -- Reservations
Subject:
Indians of North America > History.
Indians of North America > Social life and customs.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Northwest Indian College.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Lummi Library E 58 .A44 1961 228259 Stacks Available -