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Learning from the Indians / George Wharton James.

Summary:

This is the Wharton James classic book of American Indians. A book written with unusual knowledge and love of the indians of the 1800's, by a man who saw their strengths and weaknesses. Running a full circle of their life ways: from survival techniques to mysticism. Including concepts of child rearing, nasal deep breathing exercises, diet and natural foods. An articulate, warm book written with care by a man who spent much of his life learning from the Indians.

Record details

  • Physical Description: 269 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
  • Publisher: Philadelphia, PA : Running Press, 1973.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Originally published in 1908 under the title: What the white race may learn from the Indian.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Subject:
Indian art > North America.
Indians of North America > Social life and customs.
Indians of North America > Religion.
Indian mythology > North America.

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 77 .J36 1973 259314 Stacks Available -