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2018

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"Native American Studies" is an interdisciplinary collection which examines the history, culture, religion and language of indigenous people in North America. This meticulously edited collection explores the life of the biggest Native American tribes; including: Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi, Apache, Seminole and Eskimo. Contents: History: The North American Indian The Cherokee Nation of Indians The Seminole Indians of Florida The Central Eskimo The Siouan Indians Calendar Histor...

Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies

History of the Great Tribes, Language, Customs & Legends of Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi…

2018

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Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies' emerges as a profound anthology encapsulating an array of perspectives on the rich tapestry of Native American life. Spanning scholarly works on history, culture, and linguistics, to intimate explorations of mythology, this collection masterfully melds rigorous academic study with the visceral narratives of Native American experiences. The diversity within invites a comprehensive understanding, enhanced by stan...

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An Apache Campaign in the Sierra Madre:

an Account of the Expedition in Pursuit of the Chiricahua Apaches in Arizona, 1883

2024

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"With Crook in pursuit of Geronimo and his band.The author of this book was a U.S. soldier in addition to being a well known and highly regarded author on the Apache Wars of the later nineteenth century-in which he was an active participant. He maintained an interest, respect for and in some measure an affection for the Apaches and he also made a serious study of and wrote notable works on their customs and culture. He is perhaps best known for his classic account of the Apache Wars...

Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies

History of the Great Tribes, Language, Customs & Legends of Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi…

2023

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Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies offers a profound exploration of the diverse tapestry of Indigenous life and thought. This anthology encapsulates a myriad of literary styles, from historical accounts and cultural analyses to explorations of mythology and linguistic studies. The collection stands out for its comprehensive scope, revealing the rich complexity and profound wisdom of Native American traditions and experiences. Among these works, c...

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The Medicine-Men of the Apache

Enriched edition. Illustrated Edition

2023

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In "The Medicine-Men of the Apache," John G. Bourke delves into the intricate world of Native American healing practices, specifically those of the Apache tribes. Drawing on his firsthand experiences as an Army officer in the late 19th century, Bourke presents a comprehensive ethnographic study that interweaves detailed observations with vivid storytelling. His literary style reflects a blend of rigorous research and poetic prose, capturing the mystique surrounding Apache medicine-men'Äîfi...

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The Medicine-Men of the Apache (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Illustrated Edition

2023

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John G. Bourke's The Medicine-Men of the Apache is a compact but richly detailed ethnographic study of Apache ritual specialists, their healing practices, sacred objects, songs, masks, and ceremonial authority. Written in the descriptive, comparative style of late nineteenth-century anthropology, the book combines field observation with references to wider Indigenous and global religious practices. Though marked by the terminology and assumptions of its era, it remains an important histori...

Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies

History, Mythology, Ceremonies, Languages, and Indigenous Voices

2023

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Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies gathers historical narratives, ethnographic observations, tribal traditions, linguistic inquiries, biographies, and documentary accounts into a capacious, if critically uneven, archive of Indigenous life in North America. Its range extends from creation stories and ceremonial practices to warfare, diplomacy, territorial dispossession, and language, with especially compelling materials preserving oral traditions ...

Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies

History of the Great Tribes, Language, Customs & Legends of Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi…

2023

EN

Within the intricate tapestry of 'Native Americans: 22 Books on History, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies,' readers are invited to explore a rich confluence of narratives and scholarly analyses that illuminate the diverse experiences and perspectives of Native American communities. The anthology traverses a broad spectrum of themes, from historical recounting and mythological exploration to cultural and linguistic insights, underscoring the complex and multifaceted nature of Native ...

2023

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Native American Studies: History Books, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies (22 Book Collection) presents a rich tapestry of the diverse and multifaceted Indigenous cultures of North America. This anthology captures the profound depth of Native American wisdom, spirituality, and resilience through its comprehensive exploration of history, mythology, culture, and language. The works traverse a wide array of literary styles'Äîfrom scholarly dissertations to narrative accounts'Äîproviding...

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2023

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Native American Studies: History Books, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies (22 Book Collection) presents a sweeping and intricate tapestry of the rich and diverse heritage of Native American cultures. This anthology skillfully interweaves themes of mythology, historical accounts, cultural traditions, and linguistic analysis across a multitude of literary styles. In exploring this vast collection, readers are introduced to the profound complexities and variegated narratives that encaps...

2023

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In "The Medicine-Men of the Apache," John G. Bourke offers a groundbreaking ethnographic exploration of the spiritual and healing practices among the Apache tribes of the American Southwest during the late 19th century. Bourke's narrative blends meticulous fieldwork with a rich tapestry of native lore, utilizing a vivid and descriptive literary style that reflects both reverence and curiosity for Apache culture. This work is situated in the context of the burgeoning interest in indigenous ...

2023

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Native American Studies: History Books, Mythology, Culture & Linguistic Studies gathers twenty-two foundational, if historically uneven, texts on Indigenous nations, languages, ceremonial life, oral traditions, and colonial encounter. Moving among ethnography, linguistic inquiry, memoir, regional history, folklore, archaeology, and documentary narrative, the volume reveals both the richness of Native intellectual and cultural traditions and the changing scholarly vocabularies through which...