The American Indian: Past and Present

A collection of secondary readings which cover each major native American region of the present United States and each important time period. The topics covered include the role of women in the tribal society, Indians and the environment, means used by tribal people to avert disaster, Indian diplomacy, education, and ways of self-government. Readings indicate ways in which the circumstances of the native people have changed since 1600, and, in particular, how the native people have grown in numbers and competence during the 20th century. -- (Softcover)