native americans

Describes how various Indian peoples related and commented on their changing times, explaining how Native American societies transmitted and interpreted their own history.

Nineteen Caribbean specialists profile the native people of the Caribbean region, discussing their social organization, religion, language, lifestyle, and cultural contributions.

Contains thirteen essays in which various authors examine themes in the history of the indigenous peoples of South America, including Caribbean and lower Central American peoples who were linguistically or culturally connected.

Anthology of American Indian poetry and chants collected from Native Americans and translated from their original languages by leading scholars and poets.

A collection Native American songs, myths, drawings, and decorations, based on the traditions of eighteen tribes; originally published in 1907.

Introduces the first Spanish inhabitants of America, from why they came and daily life in the missions, to their affect on Native Americans.

Jessie was trying so hard to impress her friends, she lost a little Appaloosa foal, and now she must find it before she disappoints her entire family and causes her father to lose his job.

Traces the history of Native Americans between the seventeenth and the twentieth century, focusing on their steruggles to maintain and preserve their lands, cultures, and lives, and describing the key individuals who led the Native American resistance effort against the United States government.

Presents an introductory overview of ancient Native American life in all regions of North America, followed by a profile of the Hopi tribe, which describes their history, village life, religion, clothing, clan government, and other aspects of their lives.

Selina, whose parents emigrated from Barbados to Brooklyn, tries to overcome poverty and racism and make her new country home during the Depression and World War II.