Native American Heritage Month November 2022: Reference

Contains updated entries on approximately 1,000 notable Native and non-Native people in the U.S and Canada from pre-contact until the end of the nineteenth century.

See index for entries on Wintun, Wappo, and Patwin.

Encyclopedia of American Indian Contributions to the World is a unique A-to-Z reference to the vast offerings made by American Indians throughout history.

Extensive coverage of Native American history, language, culture, artifacts, and more. Volumes include: v.2. Indians in contemporary society (2008); v.3. Environment, origins and population (2006); v.4. History of Indian-white relations (1988); v.5. Arctic (1984); v.6. Subarctic (1981); v.7. Northwest Coast (1990); v.8. California (1978); v.9 (1979) & 10 (1983) Southwest; v.11. Great basin (1986); v.12. Plateau (1998); v.13. Plains (2001); v.14. Southeast (2004); v.15. Northeast (1978); v.17. Languages (1996)

A comprehensive source of bibliographical and critical information covering native American authors and other originators of literatures in the Native North American tradition. The book describes oral traditions as well as written literature.

From Central America to Canada, from recent archaeological discoveries to accounts of current controversies, this comprehensive study uses both traditional story telling and a powerful narrative to bring history to life.

Profiling 400 prominent artists of the 20th century, each entry in this reference includes a biographical profile; lists of exhibitions, public galleries and museums; a bibliography of books and articles by and about the entrant; and presents a critical perspective on the artist's work.

Although written for nurses, the usefulness of this healthcare textbook extends far beyond this professional practice. Anyone who wants to understand how healthcare is delivered to the American Indian population will be become well informed while immersed in this text.

American Indian Women, Third Edition profiles American Indian women who have had an impact on American Indian society and the world at large. This volume dispels popular myths and introduces the reader to numerous women whose stories have often remained untold until now.

Atlas of Indian Nations is a comprehensive resource for those interested in Native American history and culture.

At the dawn of the 20th century, the Indian was seen by non-Indians as the "Vanishing Red Man," a symbol of nostalgia, a figure of the past with no future. Yet not only have American Indians adapted and survived, but they have brought their talents and unique cultural perspectives to many fields.

A primer on the Native American experience, presenting the rich history and continuing legacy of the indigenous and tribal nations.

Provides a fascinating tour of the rich heritage of Indigenous people across the continent.

A unique and comprehensive look at some 1,500 of the world's peoples--from the earliest times to the present--offers a fascinating exploration of our planet's cultural and ethnic diversity.