Native Culture

She lived between two worlds—one fading, one rising—and refused to be forgotten. In Mixed Blood, history breathes through the voice of Hester, a Cherokee woman whose life straddles the collision of cultures on the American frontier in the 1700s. As the Cherokee Nation is forced to adapt to a patriarchal, market-driven society, Hester witnesses a world forever changed, yet fights to preserve the stories that shaped her people. Now an elderly woman living with her son’s family, who have assimilated into white society, Hester shares her memories with her grandchildren, determined that ...

An Amazon Best Seller. The Cherokee author offers a unique and insightful history of the Cherokee because he actually walked the 900 mile route of the Trail of Tears and has lectured about Cherokee history and culture for over twenty years in the USA, Asia, Africa and Europe. His book about walking the Trail of Tears, WALKING THE TRAIL, was nominated by Random House for a Pulitzer Prize. CHEROKEE HISTORY FOR INDIAN LOVERS weaves the most dynamic and important people and events into a compelling and easily understood overview of the Cherokee. The book is fortified with historic photos, maps,...

Set in 1873, Diana is captured by Silver Fox. Forced into a different culture, and irresistibly drawn to her captor, Dianna is torn between hope of rescue or falling in love with a mystic Sioux warrior. (Aurthor's note) Because the Sioux pronounce their words and letters differently than they are written (for example...T is pronounced like a D) I have spelled the Sioux words phonetically, so the reader knows how the words sound, not how they are spelled. You will not find these spellings in any Native American Dictionary, unless they show the phonetic spelling of the words.

Native Americans have a long tradition of storytelling. Now, you can easily introduce your children to these rich cultures with a compilation of powerful tales from multiple tribes like the Cheyenne and the Lenape.

A magisterial history of Indigenous North America that places the power of Native nations at its center, telling their story from the rise of ancient cities more than a thousand years ago to fights for sovereignty that continue today “A feat of both scholarship and storytelling.”—Claudio...

For seven hundred years, the largest city on the continent above Mexico stood on the Mississippi. Nobody remembers its name. In 1050, a generation of builders raised a metropolis on the floodplain east of modern St. Louis. Fifteen to twenty thousand people lived inside it. Monks Mound rose ten stories above the plain and held more carried earth than the Great Pyramid uses in its base courses. The Grand Plaza in front of it was fifty acres of leveled clay. A timber sun-calendar tracked the solstices. More than one hundred and twenty smaller mounds ringed the core, and trade goods from a ...

A hilarious, action-packed journey for young readers (8-12) and Minecraft fans who love history with a side of chaos! Why kids (and parents!) love this book: Humorous Historical Fiction: Learn Indigenous cultures while laughing. Time Travel Adventure for Kids: Thrilling, imaginative plot full of surprises. Educational Entertainment: Introduces real First Americans' lifeways, regions & traditions. Strong, Comical Characters: Relatable Stan, Brave Mia, boastful Zaumy & clumsy Creepy bring the fun. Perfect for Reluctant Readers: Fast-paced, engaging, non-stop action, tons of funny pictures & ...

Academic Links “Quick Read” series is a history collection designed to introduce readers to important topics from the past and spark an interest to learn more. These books contain short, easy to read articles that relate to the main topic and make each subject engaging and accessible. The series encourages curiosity, helps readers explore new ideas, and opens the door to deeper learning about history and the world. Each book introduces different time periods, events, and topics in history while helping readers build a stronger understanding of the past and how it connects to today. ...

Hailed as a masterpiece of American travel writing, Blue Highways is an unforgettable journey along our nation's backroads.William Least Heat-Moon set out with little more than the need to put home behind him and a sense of curiosity about "those little towns that get on the map -- if they get...

From the host of the Travel Channel’s “The Wild Within.” A hunt for the American buffalo—an adventurous, fascinating examination of an animal that has haunted the American imagination. In 2005, Steven Rinella won a lottery permit to hunt for a wild buffalo, or American bison, in the...

They defeated Custer. They were massacred at Wounded Knee. And they are still here. THE LAKOTA is the sweeping, meticulously researched history of one of the most formidable nations to ever call the Northern Plains home, from their origins as woodland fishers on the lakes of Minnesota to their transformation into master horsemen and buffalo hunters, their decades of war against the United States, and their continued fight for sovereignty and the return of the sacred Black Hills today. This is not a book that stops at Wounded Knee. It follows the Lakota through the entire arc of their ...

An extraordinary compilation of legends and rituals about nature's ever-present signs. From the birds that soar above us to the insects beneath our feet, Native American healer Bobby Lake-Thom shows how the creatures of the earth can aid us in healing and self-knowledge. “There are ancient...

A Sweeping History of the Great State of New Mexico For centuries, New Mexico has been a place where cultures collide, adapt, and endure. From the ancient cliff dwellings of Chaco Canyon to the secret laboratories of Los Alamos, from the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 to the meth epidemic of the twenty-first century, this sweeping history reveals a state unlike any other in America. Here, nineteen pueblo communities maintain languages and ceremonies that predate European contact. Spanish colonial settlements still dot the landscape, their residents descended from conquistadors and settlers who ...

Read by the author and set in one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, Kuleana is the story of an award-winning journalist’s effort to hold on to her family’s ancestral Hawaiian lands—and find herself along the way. “A powerful story of land, belonging, loss, and survival that...

A historical adventure novel set in the Great Plains of Kansas during the mid-19th century. Embark on an exhilarating expedition through the untamed Buffalo Land of Kansas in this gripping historical adventure. Follow a diverse group of scholars as they navigate the rich tapestry of the American frontier, engaging with the land's turbulent history and the vibrant energy of its wildlife. Their journey unfolds not just as a quest for knowledge but as a profound exploration of freedom, conflict, and the indomitable spirit of the West. The narrative introduces us to an eclectic ensemble of ...

When most people think of “ancient American civilizations,” the Aztec, Maya, or Inca cultures probably come to mind immediately, because the societies in Mesoamerica have left behind permanent structures for millions of visitors from around the world to see each year. At the same time, however, from about 1000-1500 CE, an equally complex culture formed along the banks of the Mississippi, Missouri, and Ohio Rivers.

Take a fascinating journey with our book "Native American Cultures: Myths and magic" Explore the astonishing diversity of beliefs, values, and myths that have been passed down from generation to generation. These mythical stories, many of them linked to the literary genre of fantasy, reveal a world where the divine and the human intertwine in narratives that explain the cosmic order, creation, and the fundamental structure of the universe. Discover how these sacred tales bear witness to the deep connection of the natives with nature and spirituality. This book challenges deep-seated ...

One of the most influential Native American tribes on the Great Plains was the Arapaho, a group so renowned among neighboring Native Americans that it's believed their name came from a Pawnee word for "trader. Like other notable Plains tribes, the Arapaho split off from other groups around the 16th-17th centuries and shifted from a sedentary agricultural society to the kind of nomadic group many envision when thinking of groups on the Plains.

"Many listeners will be transported and maybe even transfixed by this audiobook. Philippe Spall portrays the inhabitants of a village in 1850s Scandinavia with subtle strength. He navigates parallel plots with energy and clarity, his tone of urgency moving the story along." - AudioFile Magazine...

A historical non-fiction book set in California during its transformation from indigenous tribes to American statehood. Discover the rich tapestry of California's past in "Tribes and Priests Early California." This captivating exploration takes you from the ancient traditions of indigenous tribes through the tumultuous changes brought by Spanish colonization and the American gold rush. Experience the vibrant history that shaped California's unique identity, filled with ambition, cultural clashes, and the relentless pursuit of economic prosperity. The narrative intricately weaves together ...