In the past, a Nation was a group of Indigenous People who were connected by common rituals, beliefs, and language. A confederacy was an alliance between two or more Native American Nations.
Explains how Native American confederacies were formed; discusses some famous examples including the Iroquois Confederacy, and covers how Native American groups continue to work together in the present day.
Surveys the history of the arts in Mexico, discussing architecture, painting and sculpture, the performing arts, the literary arts, and Mexican folk art.
Rich illustrations fill this chronicle of Chinese philosopher Confucius's life, which describes such aspects as his early education, his writings, and his influence on his students.
Looks at the life of Chief Seattle, leader of the Duwamish and Suquamish tribes in the early nineteenth century, discussing his efforts to live peacefully with the white man, and his concern for the environment.
