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North American Indians
by Herman J. Viola
ISBN: 0517590174
ISBN-13: 9780517590171
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
Descriptions of what life was like in eight Native American tribes before their land was invaded by Europeans. Readers will learn about life in such places as a Cherokee village, a Chumash thatched house, an Iroquois longhouse, and an Inuit ice igloo. Also included are essays by Native Americans which focus on contemporary Native American life in the United States. Color illustrations accompany the text.
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While this was intended for kids ages 9 and up, it should not be limited to this age range: many an adult will be fascinated with this introduction to Native American life and history, with its tips on how to understand a totem pole, how to build an igloo, and the contemporary lives of Native Americans. The wealth of photos makes for a fine coverage designed to appeal to all ages, and recommended for the entire family.
-- Midwest Book Review
Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Random House Childrens Books
Published date: 1996
Size: 9.25 x 11 inches
Weight: 1.55 pounds
Ages: 4 to 6
Pages: 128
Synopses
Describes the lifestyles of various Native American groups before the arrival of Europeans.
Publisher's Notes
Illustrated in full color, with full-color & black-and-white photographs and maps. Each chapter of this striking survey of Native American life begins in a uniquely appropriate way: with a dramatic, double-page painting showing the dwelling of a particular tribe. From a Zuni adobe pueblo to an Iroquois communal long house, paintings introduce the reader to the book's eight chapters covering the continent's eight regions and offer a comprehensive examination of the lifestyles of North America's native peoples. This splendid reference volume is enhanced by six essays by Native American contributors about their life today--a valuable feature that places the historical material in a contemporary context. A glossary, resource-guide sidebars on such topics as "how to read" a totem pole and the introduction of horses to North America, and over one hundred paintings, color photographs, and maps ensure that this book will rise above all others in bringing to life the world of the American Indian.
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1996. Hardcover. Very Good. ; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Free Delivery Confirmation! Ships same or next business day. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Herman J. Viola
Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1996-10-08. 1st ed. Hardcover. Like New. May be shiny, in some instances dust jackets are not included, no missing pages, no damage to binding, may have a remainder mark. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Knopf Books for Young Readers. Hardcover. 0517590174 AsNew/AsNew DJ, Protected in Mylar, very mild signs of shelf wear, Packaged Carefully, Priority shipping not available due to size (Edition:First Edition) . Fine. 1996. First Edition. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1996-10-08. Oversized Hardback.. Very good condition./Very good dust jacket.. * * * Selling books of merit since 1988. * * * Prompt, Professional Service. Satisfaction Guaranteed. * * * ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
NY: Crown Publishers. 1996. F First Edition (stated). Hardcover. F. Hardcover with dust jacket, 128 beautifully illustrated pages. Covers the various Indian tribes of North American from a regional basis, and has a Glossary of tribes at the back. This is a NEW copy. The black dj covers show a hint of rubbing on covers from being shelved, else Fine/Fine condition. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman
Crown Publishers Inc. very good condition illusrated with photos - paintings by Bryn Barnard. 1996. Hardcover. illusrated with photos - paintings by Bryn Barnard; NOVI003956 . ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
Knopf Books for Young Readers. Hardcover. 0517590174 Pristine. Unmarked inside. Includes dust jacket. Says First Edition on copyright page. . Fine. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Herman J. Viola
Knopf Books for Young Readers, 1996-10-08. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Hardcover with DJ - This book is a stated First edition - First Printing with a full number line! It is an ex-Library book with all the normal stamps, stickers and shelf markers. No markings in text. All pages and binding are tight! DJ is Very Good with library (info) and protective mylar covering. Satisfaction Guaranteed!! ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, New York, U.S.A.: Crown Pub, 1996. This 8.5 x 11 hard cover book has the author's name and title in blue and white lettering on the black dust jacket spine and cover. An introduction to the lives of America's native peoples, from the Inuit of the Arctic to the Zumi of the Southwest. Mylar. Clean with tight binding in Fine/Fine condition. DAILY INVOICED PROCESSING, QUICK RESPONDING DEALER.. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Fine. Illus. by Color Illustrated. ( more information)
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American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Crown Pub., 1996. 128 pgs; with index, colored photos & illustrations, 3 copies, 1 dj scuffed. ISBN: 0-517-59017-4. First Edition. Cloth. Very Good/Good. Illus. by Barnard, Bryn. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. INDIANS NORTH AMERICA SOCIAL SCIENCE NATIVE AMERICAN STUDIES. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Crown Publishers, 1996 1st Ed. Stated. Hard Cover. As New/As New. Thin 4to. ( more information)
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NORTH AMERICAN INDIANS
Viola, Herman J
New York: Crown Publishers, 1996. First Edition. Hardcover. Fine in dust jacket. quarto. An introduction to the lives of America's native peoples, from the Inuit of the Artic to the Zuni of the Southwest; paintings by bryn barnard ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Random House Value Publishing, Incorporated, 1996. Small red dot on the text block, the book is unread and the dust jacket is w/o flaws. The dust jacket is in a new mylar cover. 128 pages. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall An introduction to the lives of America's native peoples, from the Inuit ot the Artic to the Zuni of the Southwest. Beautifully illustrated, essays contributed by Native Americans about life today.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine/Fine. Native American. ( more information)
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North American Indians
Viola, Herman J
Crown. VG/VG+. 1996. First Edition. Hard Cover. 0-517-59017-4 Hardcover, 8.75x11 inches, index, glossary. Illustrated with color photographs, and paintings by Bryn Barnard. Small remainder dot top edge, else NF in VG+ unclipped DJ. 'An introduction to the lives of America's native peoples, from the Intuit of the Arctic to the Zuni of the southwest. Intended for younger readers.. ( more information)
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American Indians
Viola, Herman J
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Random House Value Publishing, 1996. " An introduction to the lives of America's native Peoples, From the Inuit of the Arctic to the Zuni of the Southwest.". First Edition. As New/As New. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Hardcover. ( more information)
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