"The clothing of native peoples reveals much about the resources available to them, the climate in which they lived, their customs, and their creativity with textiles. This concise guide to native clothing features different apparel worn by a variety of tribes across America. Carefully chosen photographs support the information in the engaging text, while readers won t forget the important facts they learn in "Did You Know?" boxes throughout the volume."...

Walking through his own house at night, a fifteen-year-old thinks he sees another person stepping through a doorway. Instead of the people who could be there, his mother or his brother, the figure reminds him of his long-gone father, who died mysteriously before his family left the reservation. When he follows it he discovers his house is bigger and deeper than he knew. The house is the kind of wrong place where you can lose yourself and find things...

This vintage book contains a detailed guide to Native American lore, history, and tradition. From how to pronounce Native American names to their dance rituals and famous figures, this guide contains a wealth of information and is highly recommended for those with an interest in Native American culture. Contents include: "How to Say Indian Names", "About Ben Hunt", "About Indian Lore", "About Indian Tribes", "The Golden Eagle", "Preparing Feathers",...

A collection of photographs from museums, collectors and private dealers that documents five centuries of Native American artistry.

Examines fashions for American men and women from the 1580s to the 1760s. Highlights buckskin dresses, pumpkin breeches, pudding caps, wigs, and beaver-pelt hats. Includes color illustrations, a timeline of important events in the clothing industry, and a glossary of terms.

Includes instructions for making and adorning such articles as breeches, shirts, dresses, belts, moccasins, headdresses, armbands, anklets, jewelry, and pouches.