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A Guide to America's Indians
Contributor(s): Marquis, Arnold (Author)

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 ISBN: 0806111488     ISBN-13: 9780806111483
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
OUR PRICE: $31.45  

Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: November 2012
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BISAC Categories:
- Social Science | Ethnic Studies - Native American Studies
Dewey: 970.004
LCCN: 74005315
Physical Information: 0.73" H x 8.59" W x 11.05" L (1.72 lbs) 280 pages
Themes:
- Ethnic Orientation - Native American
Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Maps
 
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Publisher Description:

This book provides basic information about American Indians that every tourist and armchair traveler might need or want. Part One is a brief account of the many different tribes in the lower forty-eight states, detailing their cultures and lifeways, their relations with the federal government, the pan-Indian movement, and contemporary writings and journalism. Part Two offers helpful advice about visiting reservations and guidance in interpreting ceremonials and dances, buying art and craftwork, and camping on Indian lands. Part Three is a detailed, region-by-region guide to the tribes and reservations, campgrounds, and regularly scheduled events.

Special sections list museums with important collections of Indian art, crafts, and artifacts; organizations interested in Indian affairs; and publications devoted to tribal interests. There is also a carefully selected list of readings for those who would like to know more about America's first citizens.

The book is lavishly illustrated with photographs and maps designed to aid the traveler who visits Indian Country.

Contributor Bio(s): Marquis, Arnold: - Arnold Marquis, a playwright, producer, and director, pursued his interest in the American Indian over more than thirty years, traveling the land, attending ceremonials, visiting reservations, camping with the Indians, and gaining a firsthand acquaintance with the tribes. His film series The Only Good Indian won the UCLA Award and is now in the National Archives.

 
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