DK Eyewitness Books: North American Indian : Discover the Rich Cultures of American Indians-from Pueblo Dwellers to Inuit Hun

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Explore the vibrant cultures of North American Indians.

This book provides an in-depth look into the fascinating world of North American Indian civilizations. With vivid photographs and informative texts, readers can learn about the unique traditions and practices of various tribes. The book also highlights the art and artifacts of the tribes, making it a great read for art enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

DK Eyewitness Books: North American Indian : Discover the Rich Cultures of American Indians-from Pueblo Dwellers to Inuit Hun

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ISBN: 9780756610814
Publisher: DK Children
Date of Publication: 2005-04-11
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History
Related Topics: Anthropology, American History
Goodreads rating: 4.04
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Discover the rich cultures of American Indians - from pueblo dwellers to Inuit huntersRelaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of expanded text!Here is an original and exciting new guide to the fascinating civilizations of North American Indians. Superb, full-color photographs offer a unique and revealing "eyewitness" view of this rich culture. See a necklace made of bear claws, a model of a Blackfeet teepee, a false face made from cornhusks, how fish were trapped in a basket, and a Cheyenne feathered war bonnet. Learn about the kachina ceremony, why love dolls were important, how turtle shells made music, what's stored inside a parfleche, and how pemmican was made. Discover the meanings of carvings on a Haida totem pole, what's inside an Iroquois longhouse, what medicine men carried in their medical kits, how a bow drill works, and much, much more.
 

Explore the vibrant cultures of North American Indians.

This book provides an in-depth look into the fascinating world of North American Indian civilizations. With vivid photographs and informative texts, readers can learn about the unique traditions and practices of various tribes. The book also highlights the art and artifacts of the tribes, making it a great read for art enthusiasts.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.