Deloria, Philip
A Companion to American Indian History (Blackwell Companions to American History)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781405121316
- author:
- Deloria, Philip
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wiley-Blackwell
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 170 mm X 244 mm
- Genre:
- Cultural studies
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Companion to American Indian History brings together twenty-five original essays by leading scholars in Native American history. This comprehensive collection surveys and evaluates the best scholarship on every important era and topic, covering topics such as contacts with settlers, religion, family, economy, law, education, gender issues, and culture. The book provides a modern perspective on Native American histories that were previously related exclusively through Euro-American settler accounts. It summarizes current debates and anticipates future concerns, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex and multifaceted history of Native America. With its broad thematic scope and expert contributions, A Companion to American Indian History is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the rich and diverse history of Native American communities.