The Oxford Handbook of North American Archaeology

The Oxford Handbook of North American Archaeology

Author: Timothy R. Pauketat

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Published: 2012-02-23

Total Pages: 694

ISBN-13: 0195380118

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The Oxford Handbook of North American Archaeology reviews the continent's first and last foragers, farmers, and great pre-Columbian civic and ceremonial centers, from Chaco Canyon to Moundville and beyond.


The Oxford Handbook of American Indian History

The Oxford Handbook of American Indian History

Author: Frederick E. Hoxie

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2016

Total Pages: 665

ISBN-13: 0199858896

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The Oxford Handbook of American Indian History presents the story of the indigenous peoples who lived-and live-in the territory that became the United States. It describes the major aspects of the historical change that occurred over the past 500 years with essays by leading experts, both Native and non-Native, that focus on significant moments of upheaval and change.


An Introduction to Native North America

An Introduction to Native North America

Author: Mark Q. Sutton

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2016-07-28

Total Pages: 442

ISBN-13: 1317219643

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An Introduction to Native North America provides a basic introduction to the Native Peoples of North America, covering what are now the United States, northern Mexico, and Canada. It covers the history of research, basic prehistory, the European invasion and the impact of Europeans on Native cultures. A final chapter covers contemporary Native Americans, including issues of religion, health, and politics. In this updated and revised new edition, Mark Q. Sutton has expanded and improved the existing text as well as adding a new case study, updated the text with new research, and included new perspectives, particularly those of Native peoples. Featuring case studies of several tribes, as well as over 60 maps and images, An Introduction to Native North America is an indispensable tool to those studying the history of North America and Native Peoples of North America. .


The Natural World of the California Indians

The Natural World of the California Indians

Author: Robert F. Heizer

Publisher: Univ of California Press

Published: 1980

Total Pages: 290

ISBN-13: 9780520038967

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Describes patterns of village life, and covers such subjects as Indian tools and artifacts, hunting techniques, and food.--From publisher description.


Survival Skills of the North American Indians

Survival Skills of the North American Indians

Author: Peter Goodchild

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 430

ISBN-13: 1569765030

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This comprehensive review of Native American life skills covers collecting and preparing plant foods and medicines; hunting animals; creating and transporting fire; and crafting tools, shelter, clothing, utensils, and other devices. Step-by-step instructions and 145 detailed diagrams enable the reader to duplicate native methods using materials available in local habitats. A new foreword, introduction, and index complement the practical information offered.