Native American Almanac
Arlene Hirschfelder author Yvonne Wakim Dennis author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Visible Ink Press
Published:22nd Sep '16
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A primer on the Native American experience, presenting the rich history and continuing legacy of the indigenous and tribal nations. Fascinating biographies, insightful quotes, detailed data and absorbing narratives bring the stories of indigenous people to life, bringing unique insight into the American nation.
“Highly Recommended. Though there are many reference works relating to Native Americans, one is hard pressed to find a more comprehensive, affordable text written with such understanding and sensitivity to Native American indigeneity—a reflection of the authors' cumulative decades of research and writing and in-depth experience of Native history, culture, and affairs.” —Choice
“... a general resource, a look at the people and cultures of America’s indigenous peoples, both past and present.” —Denver Post
“... hefty softcover resource presents an overview of the many indigenous nations, tribes, language groups, and cultures ... accessible for teens and for general audiences as a modestly-priced, strong, one-volume introduction to the topic, or as a starting point for further research.” —VOYA
“... a sweeping historical overview of Native communities ... provides a wealth of information about all aspects of Native American life.” —New York Journal of Books
“... succeeds simply by conveying the legitimacy and distinctiveness of hundreds of nations, their cultures, their languages, and more. Recommended ...” —Booklist
“...provides a solid beginning for students as well as general readers with no background in Native American studies.” —Library Journal
“This is a book that belongs in every Indian education program.” —IC Magazine: A Publication of the Center for World Indigenous Studies
“The subtitle suggests the inclusive scope of this magisterial volume ...” —Chronogram
“... the most comprehensive, the most affordable, one-volume reference on Native American history, the people and the nations who helped make our nation.” —SirReadALot.org
“… the most comprehensive, affordable, one-volume reference on Native American people, covering Native American history, contemporary culture, important events and figures, languages, arts, and much more. …” – Protoview Book News
ISBN: 9781578595075
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550 pages