Author : David Hurst Thomas
Publisher : MacMillan Publishing Company
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 21,83 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Social Science
ISBN :
Written by a leading expert, this beautifully illustrated volume is a marvelous introduction to ancient Indian cultures throughout the United States and Canada, describing the rise and decline of the numerous Indian tribes who settled throughout North America, from their arrival in prehistoric times to the fateful collision of cultures between Native Americans and European explorers. 125 photos, 50 in color.
Author : David Hurst Thomas
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 10,58 MB
Release : 2013-08-21
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1136785892
The archaeological remnants of the first Americans tell a story of advanced civilization and culture. From the Pueblo dwellings of the Southwest to the buffalo jumps of the Great Plains to the coastal villages of the Northwest, the author combines the latest field research with accounts of tribal life to offer a new perspective on Native American history, culture and ritual. Using a chronological and regional framework, Thomas describes each of the prehistoric early native cultures, including Paleoindians of the North, the moundbuilding Mississippian cultures, and the ancient Anasazi peoples of the Southwest. Covering nine million square miles and 25,000 years, Exploring Ancient Native America suggests more than four hundred accessible sites where individuals can observe the remains of prehistoric American cultures today. Thomas also includes relevant contributions from Native American scholars, poets, and activists on topics such as language, oral tradition, contact, and sacred sites. The most comprehensive guide available, Exploring Ancient Native America is an excellent primer on early Native American cultures in every region of the country for both the intrepid explorer and the armchair traveler.
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Publisher :
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 29,97 MB
Release : 1994
Category :
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Author : David Hurst Thomas
Publisher : Oxford : Oxford University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 25,74 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Indians of North America
ISBN : 9780195118575
The curator of anthropology at The American Museum of Natural History profiles 18 archaeological sites in the US and Canada that contain evidence of mostly early Americans. He does an excellent job of summarizing the data and explaining the techniques clearly to keep the focus on the conclusions scientists have reached about the people and their ways of life. The sites span from 9300 BC to the Little Big Horn. For each he includes a list of further reading and directions for visitors. Photographs, drawings, and maps accompany the text. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author : Anita Yasuda
Publisher : Nomad Press
Page : 221 pages
File Size : 49,18 MB
Release : 2013-01-07
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1619301628
Explore Native American Cultures! with 25 Great Projects introduces readers to seven main Native American cultural regions, from the northeast woodlands to the Northwest tribes. It encourages readers to investigate the daily activities—including the rituals, beliefs, and longstanding traditions—of America’s First People. Where did they live? How did they learn to survive and build thriving communities? This book also investigates the negative impact European explorers and settlers had on Native Americans, giving readers a glimpse into the complicated history of Native Americans. Readers will enjoy the fascinating stories about America’s First People as leaders, inventors, diplomats, and artists. To enrich the historical information, hands-on activities bring to life each region’s traditions, including region-specific festivals, technology, and art. Readers can learn Native American sign language and create a salt dough map of the Native American regions. Each project is outlined with clear step-by-step instructions and diagrams, and requires minimal adult supervision.
Author : David Hurst Thomas
Publisher :
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 10,10 MB
Release : 1994
Category : Indians of North America
ISBN :
Author : History Brought Alive
Publisher : Thomas William
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 50,40 MB
Release : 101-01-01
Category : History
ISBN :
Introduce your kids to the amazing History & Culture of Native Indigenous Americans Through a collection of stories, readers will be transported to a different time and place, where they will learn from generations of Native Americans. Although this book is more than just a collection of stories… You will also learn about the different Native American tribes and their traditional ways of life. Including their hunting and gathering practices, beliefs, customs, and the important role that storytelling has played in their communities. All this and much more including Boost your child's reading, character, and cultural knowledge Scary ghosts, sacred spirits & the afterlife in Native American folklore The amazing ways Native Americans hunted for food and snacks to survive “Arctic Adventures” - Discover The “Cool” Yupik People of Alaska! Meet three famous Native Americans - Pocahontas, Sacagawea & Sitting Bull (and many more!) Get Active with Native American games & sports, inc - Lacrosse, Shinny, Stickball and more Discover the beauty of Native American Arts, Crafts, Pottery & Earthenware And much, much more Get "Native American History for Kids" today!
Author : Justine Ciovacco
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 14,8 MB
Release : 2015-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1622758226
This insightful guide explores the pre-Columbian native civilizations that thrived in North America, revealing a diverse range of cultures, languages, and customs. Particularly interesting is the examination of the various adaptations necessary for life in a continent that ranges from the arctic to the sub-tropic, including effective techniques for farming, fishing, and hunting. The devastating impact of European contact and conquest is described, as is the inspiring story of cultural survival in the face of near extinction. The modern life of native North American peoples and the ways in which they are keeping their heritage alive are also celebrated.
Author : Anonymous
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 46,47 MB
Release : 2020-03-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Stories About Indians by an anonymous author is a collection of vignettes of Native American culture from the perspective of a white colonist. Published in the mid-19th century, this pamphlet yields an accurate portrayal of the presumptions about Native Americans. Excerpt: "ON his return home to his hut one day, an Indian discovered that his venison which had been hung up to dry, had been stolen After going some distance, he met some persons, of whom he inquired if they had seen a little, old, white man, with a short gun, and accompanied by a small dog with a bobtail. They replied in the affirmative; and upon the Indian's assuring them that the man thus described had stolen his venison, they desired to be informed how he was able to give such a minute description of a person whom he had not seen. The Indian answered thus..."
Author : Frank Joseph
Publisher : Red Wheel/Weiser
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 26,88 MB
Release : 2005-12-15
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 160163983X
The nursery rhyme begins, "In fourteen hundred and ninety two, Columbus sailed the ocean blue." Less well-known is the line that follows: "...to learn if the old maps were true." How can there be "old maps" of a land no one knew existed? Were others here before Columbus? What were their reasons for coming and what unexplained artifacts did they leave behind? The oceans were highways to America rather than barriers, and when discoverers put ashore, they were greeted by unusual inhabitants. In Discovering the Mysteries of Ancient America, the author of The Atlantis Encyclopedia turns his sextant towards this hemisphere. Here is a collection of the most controversial articles selected from seventy issues of the infamous Ancient American magazine. They range from the discovery of Roman relics in Arizona and California's Chinese treasure, to Viking rune-stones in Minnesota and Oklahoma and the mysterious religions of ancient Americans. Many questions will be raised including: -- What role did extraterrestrials have in the lives of ancient civilizations? -- What ancient pyramids and towers tell us about the people who built them? Are they some sort of portals to another dimension? -- What prehistoric technologies have been discovered, and what can they tell us about early settlers, their religious beliefs, and possible other-worldy visitors? -- Did El Dorado exist, and what of the legendary Fountain of Youth? -- Was Atlantis in Cuba? -- What are America's lost races and what happened to them? Discovering the Mysteries of Ancient America brings to the fore the once-hidden true past of America's earliest civilizations.
