Perdue, Theda
North American Indians: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN 13:
- 9780195307542
- author:
- Perdue, Theda
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 16.8 x 10.9 x 1 cm
- Genre:
- History of the Americas
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
North American Indians: A Very Short Introduction explores the history and diversity of indigenous peoples in America. From their origins as nomadic hunter-gatherers to their varied agricultural, spiritual, and hunting practices, this book provides an engaging account of Native American life.
The authors, Theda Perdue and Michael Green, stress the great diversity of indigenous peoples in America, who spoke over 400 different languages before European arrival. They describe how these groups adapted to their environments and developed unique ways of life, often shaped by kinship and cooperation. The book also examines the challenges Native Americans have faced in maintaining their sovereignty and cultural practices.
Going beyond stereotypes, this introduction offers a historically accurate and deeply engaging account of the diverse Native peoples in America. With its focus on the complexities of indigenous life, it provides a valuable insight into one of North America's most fascinating cultures.
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