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Chicago, Illinois: University of Chicago Press, 2002. Comprehensive scholarly text presents a detailed study of the history of the relatively unknown region of the Cahokia six-square-mile area in the central Mississippi Valley fromthe Big Bang to the present. Topics covered include the origins of the Native Americans who lived at Cahokia before the Europeans came; the mystery behind the rapid disappearance of the civilization; landscape architecture; cultural, spiritual, agricultural, economic, and humanistic aspects of the Cahokia. 218 pgs. Illustrated with 128 figures, maps, drawings, and photographs. Dustjacket in mylar.. First Edition. Hard Cover. As New/As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Berkeley and Los Angeles: University of California Press, 1991. Fifty years after its original publication, Virginia Roediger's book remains the most comprehensive study of the ceremonial costumes of the Pueblo peoples. After a brief survey of the history, location, and life of the Pueblo peoples, Roediger embarks on a thorough analysis of the materials used in the Pueblo costumes. She explains both their symbolic significance and their manufacture--from the weaving of cloth and the tanning of leather to the preparation of birds' feathers, evergreens, paints, and dyes. She then provides a meticulous description of the costumed dancer--body paint, garments, ornaments, accessories, and dance properties such as rattles, headdresses, and masks. In her final section, Roediger explores the relation of the costumes to the prayer dramas, particularly to the reverential, solemn, ecstatic public dance with which these climax. Vivid details emerge here about such rituals as the animal dances from the Rio… Read More

Norman, OK.: University of Oklahoma Press, 1982. Classic scholarly text presents the first detailed biography of Chief Left Hand, the legendary leader of the Plains Indians, and the first of his people to acknowledge the inevitability of the white man's presence on the plains. The author clearly establishes the identities of the original Left Hand- the subject of this book, and the man by the same name who succeeded Little Raven in 1889 as principle chief of the Southern Arapahoe in Oklahoma; clarifies a century-long dispute among historians as to Left Hand's fate at Sand Creek, and the role of John A. Evans, the first governor of Colorado in the Sand Creek Massacre. 338 pgs. Illustrated. Inscribed, dated and signed by the author on the half-title page. Dustjacket has some minor rubbing to edges and a few scuff spots on the rear cover; in mylar. Text has two tiny spots on the outer edge, minimal shelfwear.. Signed by Author. First Edition, Second Printing. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo… Read More

Lincoln, NE.: University of Nebraska Press, 2000. Comprehensive revised and updated third edition of this landmark work adds forty new documents, which cover the significant developments in American Indian affairs since 1988. Among the topics dealt with are tribal self-governance, government-to-government relations, religious rights, repatriation of human remains, trust management, health and education, federal recognition of tribes, presidential policies, and Alaska Natives. 396 pgs. Prior ownership stamp on front endpaper. Minimal shelfwear.. Third Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/No Jacket. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Professional Library.

New Mexico: Rio Grande Press,Inc. , 1969. Comprehensive classic study of tribal symbolism depicted through a series of drawings of all the personations of supernatural beings which appear in Hopi festivals.190 pgs. Illustrated with over sixty colour plates. Gilt spine and front cover. Scarce.. Second Edition. Hard Cover. Fine. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

New York: AMS Press, 1974. Classic rare text contains a detailed breakdown of the Navaho language with an emphasis on the verbal stems. Includes a key to the alphabet. 324 pgs. Gilt spine. Minimal shelfwear. Minor rubbing on edges. . Reprint. Hard Cover. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Tucson, Arizona: University of Arizona Press, 1976. N. Scott Momaday's beautifully written memoir of his childhood in the Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico is geographically as well as chronologically defined, describing the cultural and religious ceremonies of the Jemez Pueblo, and exploring emotionally-charged stories and memories of his family. 171 pgs. Illustrated. Signed and dated by N. Scott Momaday on the title page. Tiny scuff to outer edge; minor light rubbing to corners. No spine cracks or creases.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Original Wraps. Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Boulder, CO.: Westview Press, 1996. Scholarly text presents a comprehensive overview of Native Americans and the unique challenges they face as justice is meted out, both in the United States and Canada. The historical involvement of native peoples within the criminal justice system is a narrative of tragedy and injustice, yet Native American involvement in this system has not been well studied. Despite disproportionate representation in the criminal justice system, far more time has been spent studying other minority groups. Crossing disciplines, this important anthology, which includes the voices of both Native Americans and non–Native Americans, provides articles ranging from the scholarly to the more humanistic and also includes a number of news accounts that complement the other pieces with a sense of immediacy and timeliness about the involvement of Native Americans in the criminal justice system. Text provides a well-informed understanding of Native Americans, crime, and justice, whether… Read More

New York: Harper Collins, 2004. Highly acclaimed text by the respected Sioux tribal leader Eagle Man, explores Native American belief systems, oppression of Native Americans by the dominant society, the desacralization of nature, and the complicity of institutional religion. The author utilizes lessons of variois animals, birds and botanical sources to illustrate ways we can overcome religious intolerance, equality between men and women, preserve our fragile environment, and live harmoniously in peace. 285 pgs. Inscrbed and signed by Eagle Man (Ed McGaa) in Lakota and English on front and rear endpapers. Pgs. 83-94 have a minor slight crease on the lower corner. Dustjacket in mylar.. Signed by Author. First Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

Flagstaff, AZ.: Northland Press, 1977. Comprehensive revised text contains a practical and well organized introduction to basic Navajo vocabulary in conversational form for speakers of English. 271 pgs. Frontispiece. Spine label neatly removed; pocket remnant on front endpaper; small label on rear endpaper. Small stamp on top outer edge. Top of spine has a half inch closed tear. Minimal shelfwear.. . First Edition. Hard Cover. Good/ . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Ex-Library.