27 fictionalized essays by noted anthropologists provide entertaining and insightful reading about religion, customs, government, social psychology, and other facets of Indian life. Studies by Paul Radin on the Winnebago, Robert H. Lowie on the Crow, Stewart Culin and Elsie Clews Parson on the Zuni, Franz Boas on the Eskimo, many more.
The Autobiography of a Kiowa Apache Indian by Charles S. Brant Ethnological classic details life of 19th-century Native American — childhood, tribal customs, contact with whites, government attitudes toward tribe, much more. Editor's preface, introduction and epilogue. Index. 1 map.
The Indian Journals 1859–62 by Lewis Henry Morgan Rich, detailed record of eminent anthropologist's researches among the Indians of Kansas and Nebraska — kinship systems, social organization, customs, etc. Also data on climate, flora and fauna, more. Landmark work. 20 illustrations.
Traits of American Indian Life and Character by Peter Skeene Ogden Illuminating account of Indian life in the American Northwest painstakingly documents customs, beliefs, ritual and daily activities.
Patterns and Ceremonials of the Indians of the Southwest by Ira Moskowitz, John Collier Classic text-and-picture record includes over 100 lithographs and drawings of dances, fiestas, processions, chants and daily life among Zuni, Navajo, Apache, other tribes.
Indian Tribes of the Lower Mississippi Valley and Adjacent Coast of the Gulf of by John R. Swanton Richly illustrated study of Natchez, Muskhogean, Tunican, Chitimacha and Atakapa Indians, with comprehensive discussions of tribes' material culture, religion, language, social organization, as well as accounts of war, marriage, medicine, and other customs.
Everyday Life of the North American Indian by Jon Manchip White Well-researched and highly readable study provides in-depth views of the daily life, times, and culture of the Native American athlete, warrior, spouse, and parent; witch doctor, worshipper, artist and craftsman. 107 black-and-white illustrations.
