Amado Maurilio Pena, Jr. by Howard L. Anderson and Robert S. Young - 1981.

Albuquerque, NM Robert Stephan Young, 1981. Hardcover First Edition (1981), so stated. SIGNED AND DATED BY THE ARTIST IN BOULDER, COLORADO IN 1983. First Edition (1981), so stated. Very Good+ to Near Fine in Good DJ: The Book shows indications of very careful use; just a touch of shelf soiling to the white buckram over boards at the bottom edge of the front panel; a mild bump to the outside edge of the same; else flawless; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome, lightly used copy, structurally sound and tighly bound, showing a couple of minor flaws. The DJ shows moderate wear to the extremities, with a 10" closed tear across the front panel (which has been repaired with cellophane 'magic' tape from verso) and several short, closed tears; considerable rubbing to the panels; unclipped. Overall, remains whole, with the help of the tape, but is not much more than functional at this point. NOT a Remainder, Book-Club, or Ex-Library. Squarish 4to. (11.35 x 11.5 x 1 inches). ix, 215 pages. Language: English. Weight: 3 pounds, 7.5 ounces. Hardback with DJ. Amado Peña is recognized as an Artisan of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe of Arizona. This is a particularly high honor and one that he cherishes. He is dedicated to furthering the public's knowledge and interest in the Tribe, its art, its history, and its culture. His art celebrates the strength of a people who meet the harsh realities of life in an uncompromising land and his work is a tribute to the Native Americans who survive by living in harmony with an adversarial, untamed environment. His artwork is inspired by places such as Canyon de Chelly, Spider Rock, Monument Valley, Enchanted Mesa, Acoma, and Black Mesa. These sites are part of an enduring landscape that speaks of the ancient heritage of a region that is now known as Arizona and New Mexico. Amado's artwork is defined by its bold color and form and dynamic composition. Through his art, he communicates his vision of a land, its people and their art. SIGNED AND DATED BY THE ARTIST IN BOULDER, COLORADO IN 1983.