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A discussion of the Indians of the Southwest, including who they were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index.

Describes the history, traditions, ceremonies, beliefs, and everyday life of the Navajo.

A history of this Indian tribe of the Southern Plains and a description of their customs, religion, relationship with other tribes, and twentieth-century changes to their traditional way of life.

Discusses the origins, way of life, spirituality, and future of the Navajo, as well as their relationship with the land and with the United States government.

Describes the deserts in the Southwest United States including the Mojove, Sonoran, Chihuahuan and Great Basin. Also includes information on the desert cultures in the Grand Canyon, Petrified Forest, Baja California, Casa Grandes, Pueble Bonito, San Ignacio and information on some of the groups and individuals who survived the desert.

Examines the history of the Navajo people, discussing their beliefs, communities, family life and marriage, homes, food, animals, clothing, and weaving and other arts; discusses the changes forced on the Navajo by the U.S. government; and looks at the modern-day status of the Navajo nation.

Describes the ways of life of several Native nations of the American Southwest, including the Zuni, Hopi, Navajo, and others, before the arrival of the Europeans.

Examines the life and illegal exploits of Billy the Kid, an infamous bandit of the Old West.

Examines the sixteenth-century explorations of Spanish conquistadors in the southwestern region of North America, and discusses the discoveries they made while in search of the legendary cities of gold.

Surveys the Christmas traditions celebrated in New Mexico, Texas, Arizona, and Oklahoma. Includes carols, recipes, and crafts.