Indians of the Northwest Coast and Plateau.
Book |
World Book,
Chicago :
c2009.
http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0820/2008024770.html - Table of contents only
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| Branch | Call Number | Location | Holdable? | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welland Main | J979.500497 Ind | Children - Non-Fiction | Copy hold / Volume hold | Available |
About
"A discussion of the Indigenous people of the Northwest Coast and Plateau, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended readings and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher.
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Details
- ISBN: 9780716621379
- Physical Description: 63 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), map ; 28 cm.print
- Publisher: Chicago : World Book, c2009.
- General Note: Includes index.
- Formatted Contents Note: Who were the Indigenous people of the Northwest Coast and Plateau cultural areas? -- A land of plenty -- Indigenous society -- Tribal leaders -- The roles of men and women -- Slaves in Indigenous society -- Making war -- The spirit world -- Guardian spirits -- Potlatch ceremonies -- Food ceremonies -- Weddings and funerals -- Everyday works of art -- Indigenous carvings -- Pictures in stone -- Traditional upbringing -- Indigenous villages -- Homes for all seasons -- Clothing and jewelry -- Fishing for a meal -- Hunting and gathering -- Mealtimes -- Life lessons -- Transportation -- Trading among tribes -- Sports and games -- A changing way of life -- Holding on to tradition.