Introduction to Native North America, An (2nd Edition)
Language: English
Published by Allyn & Bacon, 2003
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- Title
- Introduction to Native North America, An (2nd Edition)
- Author
- Sutton, Mark Q.
- Publisher
- Allyn & Bacon
- Publication year
- 2003
- Condition
- As new
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0205388485
- ISBN 13
- 9780205388486
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Item weight
- 1.451 pounds
- Dimensions
- 17.73 centimeters width by 23.62 centimeters height by 2.01 centimeters depth
Native Peoples of North America.
An Introduction to Native North America provides a basic introduction to the native peoples of North America, including both the United States and Canada.
It covers the history of research, basic prehistory, the European invasion and the impact of Europeans on Native cultures. Additionally, much of the book is written from the perspective of the ethnographic present, and the various cultures are described as they were at the specific times noted in the text.
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From the Back Cover
AN INTRODUCTION TO NATIVE NORTH AMERICA, Second Edition
Mark Q. Sutton, California State University, Bakersfield
The Second Edition of An Introduction to Native North America provides a basic introduction to the native peoples of North America, including both Eskimos and Indians. Beginning with a discussion of the geography of North America, this excellent text delves into 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.
Highlights of the Second Edition
- Presents “Sidelights” throughout the text that provide short explanations of interesting aspects of native culture.
- Highlights important individuals in the “ VIP Profile” mini-biographies.
- Includes examples of Native American views on several important current issues.
- Additional photographs and a map of language families add even more visual appeal.
- New sections at the end of each regional chapter (Chs. 3 -12) guide students to explore more contemporary issues and peoples.
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