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Audio CDs. . . . . . . . 15

Baskets . . . . . . . . . . .13

Beadwork. . . . .4-12, 43

Canoe . . . . . . . . . . 9

Cherokee . . . . 16, 26, 27

Choctaw . . . . . . . .17, 26

Christmas Cards . . . . 41

Clothing Patterns...10-11

Clothing . . . . . . 4-12, 29

(also see Tribal sections)

Code Talkers . . . . . . 22

Cooking . . . . . . . . . . 31

Craft Annuals . . . . .46

Crafts . . . . . . . . .. . 4-11

Cradles . . . . . . . . . . 18

Crazy Horse. . . . . . . .23

Dance . . . . . . . .6, 42, 43

Dolls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . 42-45

Earrings . . . . . . . . . 8

Eastern. . . . . . . . 26-27

Feathers . . . . . . . . . 5,6

Finger weaving . . . . .13

Flags . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Flute. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Games . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Genealogy . . . . . . . . 45

General Studies . . . . 38

Grass Dance . . . . . 17

Greeting Cards . . . . . 41

Great Lakes . . . . . 28-29

Healing . . . . . . . . 34, 45

Herbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Legends . . . . . . . 40, 45

Material Culture . .18-21

Medicine. . . . . .34,35,45

Moccasins . . . . . . . 8,44

Music . . . . . . . . . .16-17

Myths . . . . . . . . . . 40

Northeast . . . . . . . . 28-29

Northwest . . . . . . . . 32

Note Cards. . . . . . . . 41

Order Form . . . . . . 47

Patchwork . . . . . . . 8

Paul Goble Books ....36

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Plains . . . . . . . . . . .22-25

Plateau . . . . . . . . . . 30-31

Powwow . . . . 16, 42-44

Powwow History . . . . 16

Quillwork . . . . . . . . . 12

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Sign Language. . . . 38

Smoking . . . . . . . . 35

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Plains Indians Regalia & Customsby Michael “Bad Hand” TerryThis original study of Plains Indian culturesof the 19th century is presented through theuse of period writings, paintings and earlyphotography that relate how life was carriedout. The comprehensive text documents theseven major tribes: Blackfeet, Cheyenne,Comanche, Crow, Hidatsa, Mandan, andLakota. 260 color photos, 256 pages. (n)3536-5 Hardcover: $49.95

Beadwork Techniques of the NativeAmericanBy Scott SuttonIncludes instruction and explaination of loombeadwork, groud stitch, applique andmoccasin making. Includes color photogallery of beautiful beadwork pieces. 96pages, 323 full color photos, 57 full colorillustrations.3001-9 Paper: $19.95

Beadworking With Today’sMaterialsby Loren & Donna WoerpelPacked with color photos ofbeads and excellentillustrations to teach beadingtechniques; loom, applique,rosettes and more.30pp.3700-5 Paper: $6.95

Warriors Of The PlainsNative American Regalia & Craftsby By M.S. Tucker and Joe W. RosenthalFilled with images both vintage and modern,this book illustrates the magnificent regaliaworn by those memorable warriors who onceruled the Great Plains. With many of today'sNative American dancers incorporatingvintage components in their modern outfits,the numerous examples of craftworktechniques presented here can be readilylearned for use in creating both dance andceremonial regalia. This book will guide youin building authentic outfits of the tribes ofthe Northern, Central & Southern Plains,covering various details for beginning,intermediate and advanced levels of regalia.96 pages, 21 historic photos and 284 fullcolor photographs & illustrations.1590-0 Paper: $19.95

Costumes of the Plains IndiansBy Clark WisslerClassic work from 1915, a full colorcomparative study of the forms anddistributions of Plains’ men and womenclothing. Color photos have replaced theoriginally published black & white photos.64pp, 36 color photos.200-900 Paper: $19.95

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Focus on FeathersA Complete Guide to Feather CraftBy J. Andrew ForsytheCovers every facet of producing top qualityfeather work. Beginning with a gallery of fullcolor photos of hundreds of real feathers, theauthor includes the selection, straightening,trimming, splicing, and extending the feathersin preparation for dyeing and painting.Various types of eagle, hawk, owl and flickerfeathers are covered, providing the techniquesand tricks needed to produce top qualityfeathers. The second half of the book isdevoted to comprehensive instructions for adozen projects, including a warbonnet,traditional bustle, roach and hair feathers,wing and tail fans, and more. 96 pp. colorthroughout.

1690-0 Paper: $19.95

Traditional DressKnowledge andMethods of Old-TimeClothingby Adolf Hungry WolfThe descriptions of oldstyles and methods ofmaking clothing, beadworkare illustrated with

diagrams and old photos. 80pp.147-8 Paper: $12.95

The Northern Traditional Dancerby C. Scott EvansFull color photos featuring dancers atpowwows from South Dakota to Oklahoma.Included are detailed instructions on makingnine different aspects of this outfit. 48pp, 68photos (17 in color), 67 illus.4190-0 Paper: $12.95

Indian Crafts & LoreBy W. Ben HuntThis is a classic how-to book loaded withfully illustrated projects and instructions onhow to make items such as regular and doubletrailer war bonnets, horned bonnets, hairroaches, pipes & pipebags, moccasins,necklaces, bustles, breastplates, war shirts,leggings, dresses, drums, tipis & totem poles.Several specialty dances and their outfits arecovered, along with various dance steps, triballocations. 112 pages, full color.5490-0 Paper: $ 16.95

The Modern Fancy Dancerby C. Scott Evans & J. Rex ReddickA look at an ever changing dance style. Acomplete how-to guide for making thiscolorful dance outfit. 64pp, profuselyillustrated & photographed with 16 pages ofcolor photos.5190-0 Paper: $15.95

Arts and Crafts of the NativeAmerican Tribes

By Michael G. Johnson & Bill YenneAn authoritative illustrated referenceexamining in detail how Native Americanculture evolved and considers the regionalsimilarities and differences of the arts andcrafts created by tribes across the continent.Contemporary and modern photographs, fineline illustrations and step-by-stepreconstructions show the techniques ofmanufacture and display of the skill andartistry of the craftsmen. 256 pages, full-colorphotographs and illustrations throughout,maps, references, bibliography, index oftribes.7902-5 Hardcover: $49.95

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The History ofBeadsFrom 30,000 B.C. tothe Presentby Lois Sherr DubinOver 350 illustrationsincluding 254 color platesreproducing beads from

every world region and every major historicculture. Includes an 8 page fold-out time lineof bead history of 2,000 beads. 364 pp, index,Reg. $75.00174-7 Hardcover: $79.95

Native AmericanBeadworkby George J. BarthOne of the most comprehensiveworks on beadwork, taking thereader from the selection ofbeads and supplies to how to

do lane, overlay, crow-stitch, edge, wovenand gourd stitch. 219pp, profusely illustrated.S12-2 Paper: $21.95

Craft Manual of Northwest IndianBeadingby George M. WhitePhotos & drawings by authorand C.M. Russell.Illustrates many beadworkdesigns and techniques.Emphasis on the tribes of theNorthwest. Includes some basiccuts for clothing. 164 pp. 180+ photos & illus.9259-2 Paper: $12.95

North American IndianBeadwork PatternsBy: PamelaStanley-Millner73 charts for bead weavingand 12 full-size patterns forbead appliqué, all based onauthentic designs of

Cheyenne, Sioux, Crow, and other tribes.Complete instructions and color keys forevery chart and pattern. 72 pp.28835-2 Paper: $6.95

19th Century PlainsIndian Dressesby Susan JennysIllustrated by AlexKoslovFinally, a book devoted towomen’s dresses andaccessories! Covering thenorthern, central andsouthern plains, as well as the plateau, thiscomprehensive craft guide shows how to recreateboth cloth and hide dresses of the 19th century, aswell as the accessories. 100 excellent illustrations,82 color photos, 25 historical photos andpaintings, 104 pp.5390-0 Paper: $25.00

Traditional IndianBead & Leatherby Monte Smith &Michelle VanSickleProjects include the leatherpouch, strike-a-lite pouch,knife sheath, beaded Siouxpouch, scissors pouch,beaded Crow pouch,

beaded awl case, quilled pipe bag, & more.100 pp, 137 illus, 4 in color.B0011 Paper: $12.95

Traditional Clothing of the NativeAmericansby Edward GibbyExplores 9 major cultural areasof North America with patternsfor making traditional Nativeclothing. Includes a section onbuckskin tanning. 176pp,illustrated.B00-05 Paper: $17.95

The Art of Simulating EagleFeathersby Bob GutierrezFull color, instructionalmanual showing how to createrealistic imitation golden andbald eagle feathers. 32pp, fullcolor.B00-43 $9.95

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The PlainsWarbonnetIts Story &Constructionby Barry HardinPresents the manyelements behind thetradition of thewarbonnet and

provides full instructions on making thevarious styles. Loaded with large color photosof actual museum specimens and dozens ofhistoric images of Indians wearing bonnets;includes large construction photos andillustrations for making a regular bonnet,single and double trailers, and the uniqueStraight Up bonnet of the Northern Plains.128 pages, 130+ photos with most in fullcolor, and over 35 color illustrations.1790-0 Paper: $24.95

Powwow Dancer’s &Craftworker’s Handbookby Adolf HungryWolfHistorical photographsfrom early 1900spowwows complimentthose of the modernarena. Numerousillustrations show how tomake the outfits worntoday in the powwowcircle. Profusely illustrated, 144pp190-7 Paper: $19.95

Iroquois Craftsby Carrie A. LyfordPhotographs illustrate theIroquoian artifacts identifiedby tribal origin which arediscussed in the text,including 19 designillustrations. 69 photos,98 pp.023 Paper: $ 9.95

Plains Indian & Mountain ManArts & CraftsAn Illustrated Guideby Charles W. Overstreetthis handbook is anexploration of the arts, craftsand other accoutermentsmade and used by the PlainsIndians and mountain man inthe early 1800s. 45 projects.

160pp, 46 b&w photos.41-9 Paper: $13.95

North American Indian Designs forArtists & Craftspeopleby Eva WilsonOver 360 authenticcopyright-free designs adaptedfrom Navajo blankets, paintedmasks, moccasins, pottery,Sioux buffalo hides, and more.128pp.25341-4 Paper: $12.95

Encyclopedia of American IndianCostumeby Josephine PaterekLavishly illustratedpresenting the variety ofclothing; ceremonial,functional, traditionalarranged by tribal regionand including allaccouterments. Great oldphotos. 516pp, profuselyillus, biblio, index.(n) Reg.Price $24.9531382-6 Paper: $19.95

Ojibwa Craftsby Carrie A. LyfordFirst published in 1943, thiswork includes tribal clothing,finger weaving techniquesand much more. Illustrations& photos, 216pp.015 Paper: $18.95

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CRAFTS & CLOTHING

Native AmericanMoccasinsA Craft Manualby George WhiteSince it was first publishedin 1969, this book has beenthe most comprehensiveand diverse work on the

subject, and it remains so today. The detailedinstructions on measuring, pattern making,fitting and constructing moccasins will allowthe reader to produce 26 different types ofmoccasins that are authentic and that will fitthe foot. Includes comprehensive instructionsfor making many different tribal stylemoccasins from the Northwest, Plains,Woodland, Eastern and Southeast. Theaddition of 47 full color photographs ofmoccasins from many different tribes acrossNorth America make this a wonderfulreference for both collectors and craftworkersalike. 80 pp. 47 color images.390-0 Paper: $14.95See DVD section for DVDs available.

Adventures InCreatingEarringsby Laura ReidFully illustrated withstep-by-step instructions,this book has been “readertested”; easy to follow

instructions. 106 pp. 105 illustrations, 4 pagesin color.B0014 Paper: $9.95

Beaded EarringsTechniques & DesignsBy Rex & Ginger ReddickStep-by-step instructions witheasy to learn techiques withdetailed, full colorillustrations and photographs.64 pages, over 150illustrations & photographs.7220-5 Paper: $10.95

The Complete Book of SeminolePatchworkby Beverly RushFascinating introductionto a unique form ofneedlecraft distinguishedby bright horizontalpatterns and created bysewing, cutting, andrearranging strips of multicolored bands.Simply written, profusely illustrated volumeincludes a glossary of important terms anddisplays varied patchwork patterns along withinstructions for reading assembly diagrams.132 pp., fully illustrated.27617-1 Paper: $14.95

Brain TanningAn Easy Guide for the20th CenturyBy Dick WalshBoth a history and a“how-to” guide to learnthe craft of braintanning. 57pp, colorillus.

468-8 Paper:$14.95

Step-by-Step BrainTanning the Sioux Wayby Larry BelitzFirst published in 1973 Thiseasy to follow book is a resultof information from elderlyLakota residing at Pine Ridge.Each copy has a leather sample stapled to theedge of its red cover. 16pp, 10 photos.BEL100 Paper: $3.95

How To Tan SkinsThe Indian Wayby Edward H. GibbyA small book, butcontaining the essentialtechniques for tanningskins. Expanded edition 15photos, 50pp.

BOO21 Paper: $7.95

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Craftwork Techniques of theNative Americans

By Scott SuttonAuthor and talentedcraftsman Scott Suttonunlocks the secrets ofNative Americancraftwork with eightpopular beadworkprojects that will help addto your knowledge andskill. Learn to make a peyote beaded flat fanand scalp feathers, a loom beaded dance belt,beaded belt buckles and barettes, beadedmedallions, a small dance bag, and Cheyennestyle moccasins.316 photos and 23 detailedillus. 108 pages.1090-0 Paper: $19.95

Native American Survival Skillsby W. Ben HuntW. Ben Hunt, whoseSioux name wasTasunka Witko,traveled throughoutthe Midwest, livingwith several NativeAmerican tribes,finally settling nearthe site of the lastSioux uprising. Herehe providesstep-by-stepinstructions and exact dimensions to makeSioux ghost shirts, Plains Indian shields, boxtraps, Iniut snowshoes, and more. Frommaking rawhide to putting the finishingtouches on a pair of moccasins, beginners andseasoned woodsmen alike will enjoy makingthe tools and camp equipment that were usedfor centuries. Native American Survival Skillsis a remarkable source of information aboutthe Americans who first pioneeredself-sufficient living. In it, there are lessonsfor all of us today. 288 pages, Softcover39765-1 Softcover: $14.95

Building a BirchBark Canoeby Richard SchneiderDetailed steps toconstruct this traditionalstyle canoe of theEastern andNortheastern peoples.Fully illustrated, indes,61 pp.

8415-5 Paper: $8.95

Crafts Of The North AmericanIndianA Craftsman’sManual

by Richard C.

SchneiderTools, leatherwork,beadwork, birchbark projects,basketry, corn huskdolls; all containedin this excellentvolume. Profusely illus. 325pp.S007 Paper: $26.95

Pueblo Craftsby Ruth UnderhillThe complete 1983reprint of the 1944edition. Includesinstructions for basketry,weaving, using stonetools, music & painting,working with skins andmore. 65 photos, 32illus., 148 pp.8407-4

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Several fine craftworkers have helped develop the most authentic and comprehensive Native

American style clothing patterns available. Each pattern includes extensive information

including materials needed, layout, garment making tips, details on tribal styles, variations and

decoration of each garment such as beadwork, fringe, ribbonwork, etc. Easy-to-follow

instructions with detailed illustrations and photos. Adult patterns are: Dresses are 6-20;

Shirts sizes are S, M, L, XL; Moccasin sizes for men-7-12; women-5-10.

Missouri River Clothing Patterns – $8.95 each

Cherokee Tear Dress

500-016

Indian Women’s

Accessories

Knife sheath,

purse,

strike-a-lite set,

leggings,

medicine pouch,

mirror bag.

500-020

Jingle Dress

500-031

Tradecloth Dress

500-019

Cherokee /

Southeastern

Moccasins

500-021

Plains Buckskin Dress

500-013

Child’s Moccasins

500-206

Plains Hi-top Moccasins

500-011

Child’s Jingle Dress

500-203

Child’s Cloth Dress

500-202

Plains Cloth

Dress

500-014

Plains Style

Moccasins

500-010

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Breechclout & Leggings

500-006

Grass Dance Outfit

500-018 Straight Dance Suit

& Ribbonwork

500-033

Child’s Capote

500-204Hudson Bay Capote

500-003

Missouri River Clothing Patterns – $8.95 each

Plains War Shirt

500-009

Southern Plains Tab

Leggings

500-022

Plains Style

Ribbon Shirt

500-008

Cherokee Man’s

Ribbon Shirt

500-017

Drop Sleeve

Shirt

500-015Hunting Frock

500-005

Southern Plains Flap

Leggings

500-023

Child’s Ribbon

Shirt

500-201

Authentic Indian DesignsEdited by MariaNaylor2500 authenticillustrations of bowls andpipes; geometric andfloral patterns onbeadwork, pictographs,symbolic tipidecorations, masks, Hopikachina figures, totem

poles, and much more. 219pp.23170-4 Paper: $15.95

Plains Indian KnifeSheathsMaterials, Design &ConstructionBy Alex KozlovThis is a great how-tomanual on making knifesheaths in the styles of theSioux, Cheyenne, Crow,

Blackfeet, and others. Plentiful illustrationsshow typical sheath shapes, beadwork layoutpatterns, methods of wearing and attachmentand more. 64 pp, 50+ color photos and over100 knife sheaths, 20 historic photos and 100illus.5890-0 Paper: $17.95

Quill And BeadworkOf TheWestern Siouxby Carrie A. LyfordA landmark work of the1940’s, it remains one ofthe most frequently soughtafter studies of the craftsof the Sioux. 46illus/photos, 116pp

S082 Paper: $9.95

Blackfeet Craftsby John C. EwersOriginally published in 1945, Ewers describesthe four major crafts of the Blackfeet; skinpreparation and sewing, painting, quillwork,and beadwork. 77 illus/photos, 66pp.S090 Paper: $8.95

A QuillworkCompanion:An Illustrated Guideto Techniques ofPorcupine QuillEmbroidery

by Jean HeinbuchComplete instructionson this difficult craft..70 illus. 8 ½ x 11", 92ppB0017 Paper: $16.95

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Hand Game(DVD)The Native NorthAmerican Game ofPower and ChanceAn entertaining look atthese contemporarygames of chance takingthe viewer to Flathead, Crow, Blackfeet,Makah, Spokane, Coeur D’Alene andPaiute hand game tournaments. “.. theexcitement builds with rousing song,‘pom-pom’ girls, cheering crowds andlaughter” - Whispering Wind 66 min.D147 DVD: $19.95

Handbook of American IndianGamesBy Allan and Paulette Macfarlan

You’ll find running,relay, kicking, stalking,throwing and rolling,tossing and catching,guessing, groupchallenge and manyother games. Games canbe played indoors or outwith little or noequipment and are

suitable for small and large groups forevery occasion. Complete step by stepinstructions plus numerous diagramsmake them easy to learn and play. 284 pp,74 illustrations, index24837-2 Paper $12.95

GAMES

Fingerweaving Basics

By Gerald

FindleyIncludes easy tofollow instructions.Fingerweavingrequires nosophisticated loom.

Each technique is simply described, step bystep, with a color illustration for each move.5900-0 Paper: $25.00

A Manual of Fingerweavingby Robert AustinIncludes step-by-stepinstructions, detailedillustrations and excellentphotography. Coverslightning, chevron,arrowhead, and diamondpatterns. 56pp, 62 colorphotos, 20 historic photos, 40+ illus.056-900 Paper: $17.95

Indian Basket Weavingby the Navajo School ofIndian BasketryBeginning with the basictechniques, choice ofmaterials, preparation of thereed, splicing, shaping thebasket and finishing, the textthen describes a great varietyof baskets and weaves frommany cultures. 114 b&willus. 103 pp.22616-6 Paper: $9.95

American Indian Basketryby Otis Tufton MasonTwo volumes in one of American Indianbasketry, documents basket makingthroughout the Americas. Includes woven andcoiled basketry, water tight basketry, gleaningand milling, religion and social life, trappingand many other areas. Originally published in1904. 40 b&w illus. 528 pp.25777-0 Paper: $29.95

The Complete Book of Basketryby Dorothy WrightDedicated entirely to American Indianbasketry and a resource for basket weavinginformation. Chapters on materials,preparation, techniques, care and repair.208pp, b&w photos throughout.41805-7 Paper: $17.95

Native American Basketry of theSeneca and TlingitEdited by Richard C. SchneiderThe complete 1941 edition of Seneca SplintBasketry and the complete 1944 edition ofSpruce Root Basketry of the Alaska Tlingit.80pp., photos, illustrations.14-7 Paper: $9.95


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FINGER WEAVING & BASKETS

Columbia River BasketryGift of the Ancestors, Gift of the Earthby Mary Dodds SchlickColor photos showing the basketry art of the Columbia River regionhighlight this work. Includes traditional designs and techniques ofconstruction. 240pp, 191 illus. 56 in color, notes, biblio, index.97289-0 Paper: $35.00

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TipiA Modern How-ToGuideBy Javier and DyanneFry CortezThis practical guide tellsthe reader where to get atipi, how to haul it, set it up, furnish it andkeep it warm and dry. 94pp, illustrated,biblio.1891-6 Paper: $9.95

The Indian Tipiby Reginald & Gladys

LaubinThe most complete study ofthe dwelling of the Plains.Profusely illustrated. 350pp.2236-6 Paper: $26.95 (n)

Tipi: Heritage ofthe Great PlainsEdited by NancyRosoff & Susan K.ZellerExamines the historyand continuing traditionof the tipi by focusing

on northern, central plains, and southernplains tribes. Richly illustrated withhistoric and contemporary photographsand artwork. Children’s life in the tipi isillustrated by cradles, garments, toys, andgames. 256 pp., 198 illus., 170 in color,maps, notes, index99077-4 Hardcover: $60.00

The TipiTraditional Native American StudiesBy Adolf HungrywolfVintage photographs present an overallview of tipi life among various Nativepeoples of North America. Includes asection on how to make a tipi withpatterns and illustrations. 222pp, over 200photos, index.174-5 Paper: $17.95

Tipi: Home ofthe NomadicBuffalo HuntersBy Paul Goble,Foreword byRodney FreyThrough hisaward-winning art,

and the stories and tales of the old-timers,Goble examines the construction and artof the tipi, which was more than a simpledwelling for the Plains Indians, but ratheran expression of their belief in thespirituality of the world around them.120 pages, 150 color illustrations.637-6 Paper: $26.95

Tipis, Tepees, TeepeesHistory and Design ofthe Cloth Tipiby Linda Holley“This is acomprehensive book withexcellent diagrams,color and black andwhite photographs, andsources for future

follow-up.— Whispering Wind Magazine

240 pages, fully illustrated, 16 colorphotos, resources, biblio, index.511-6 Paper: $16.95

Pointy Side Up (DVD)An Easy Way to Set Up Your Tipi!Learn how to set up your tipi from makingthe tripod to adjusting the smoke flaps inthis step-by-step video. 60min.D137 DVD: $24.95

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Native American Flute Manual& Cd Set -by Jeff BallLearn to play and maintain yourAmerican Indian style flute. Jeff coversall aspects of playing and caring for yourflute, including the legend of the flute,getting started, melodies and advancedplay, along with choosing your flute,trouble shooting and song writing tips.There is also music for several practicesongs, scales and more, all in aneasy-to-follow format. Includesinteractive CD. 40 pages with CD.643-0 Book & CD: $16.95

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AUDIO CDsThe Desire Of NationsHoney Dawn Karima’s luminous singing

and lovely lyrics blendNative America’scelebrated hip-hop,alternative and danceartists to honor NativeAmerican culture,language and traditions

with contemporary songs for dancing,celebrating and enjoying life! 12 selections.CD5398-9 Audio CD: $19.95

The Worship Of AngelsNative American First Book Award FinalistDawn Karima Pettigrew, performs herpoetry, accompanied by Cherokee flutistand NAMMY winner, Tommy Wildcat.These poems reflect on reservation andurban life, especially from a Creek/Cherokee/ Seminole perspective. 60minutes; 21 tracksCD101 Audio CD: $19.95

Tales of Wonder I (Audio CD)Traditional Native American Storiesfor ChildrenGregg Howard(Cherokee/Powhatan), tellsthese delightful fireside talesfrom the southeast; “Rabbit &The Bear”, “Little Gray Bat”,Why Rabbit has a short Tail",The Ruby Necklace", “Little Turtle”.60min.CD65243 Audio CD: $15.95

Learn to Hear Powwow SongsProduced by LorenWoerpelThis Audio CD will help youhear the powwow songsmade today. Tracks include;

Introduction, Verse Format, DrumbeatPatterns, Vocables, and more. Includes songexcerpts by the Smokeytown Singers.NBCD1009 Audio CD: $8.95

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Faces from the LandTwenty Years of PowwowTraditionby Ben & Linda MarraAfter the success ofPowwow: Images Along theRed Road, this new book bythe Marras presents morephotographs and testimonies. Faces from theLand reveals the dancers, who, united by theageless rhythms of the powwow drums, comefrom many tribes, different trades, and everycorner of North America and celebratecustoms both ancient and modern, bringingthem together as a proud community topreserve tribal traditions. 175 pages, 155 fullcolor photographs.8335-9 Hardcover: $34.95

A Dancing PeoplePowwow Culture on theSouthern Plainsby Clyde EllisThe author provides the firstcomprehensive look at thetradition that is still a majorpart of the contemporaryAmerican Indian identity throughconversations, observations, participation andan extensive bibliography. Ellis shows thatmany Southern Plains peoples organize theirlives around dancing and the continuity that itrepresents. 240pp, 35 photos, biblio, index.(s)1494-3 Paper: $16.95

PowwowEdited by Clyde Ellis,Luke Eric Lassiter &Gary DunhamThis anthology examinesthe origins, meanings, andenduring power of thepowwow. 309pp, biblio,index. (n)6755-8 Paper: $21.95

Spirit of Powwowby Kay Johnston &Gloria NahaneeFull color photographythroughout highlighting thebeauty of the powwow.Contains completeexplanations of each style

of powwow dance, roles of M.C., arenadirectory, head staff, and more. Focuses onnorthern powwow structure. 164 photos, 40illus., 144 pp.520-5 Paper: $29.95

Cherokee Dance & Dramaby Frank G. Speck and

Leonard BroomThis classic study is nowback in print detailing thetraditional dances of theCherokee from social toreligious dances.160pp, 12 figs, 22 plates (s)2580-0 Paper: $19.95

Cherokee DanceCeremonial Dances andDance Regaliaby Donald SizemoreCherokee ceremonial dancesand regalia are described,explained, and illustrated infull-color in this beautifulhow to book. Readers will learn the history ofThe Friendship Dance, The Common Dance,the Burial Dance, the Coat Dance, the RoundDance, the Green Corn Dance, the CornDance, the Eagle Dance, the Peace-PipeDance, the Pigeon Dance, and the Quail Danceamong many others along with the type ofregalia worn. 175 pp, color throughout.4121-6 Paper: $24.95

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Music & Dance

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Choctaw Music AndDanceby James H. HowardAll aspects of Choctawdances and songs asperformed today withdetailed description of eachdance. 12 illus, 224pp (s)2913-6 Paper: $19.95

The OsageCeremonial DanceI’n-lon-schkaby Alice Anne CallahanFrom personalobservations and oralcommunications, this workdescribes the dance,ceremony, dress, and musicof a unique tribal culture. 192pp, 34 illus, 12musical examples. (s)2486-5 Paper: $19.95

Sharing the Gift ofLakota Songby R.D. TheiszThis new work is anin-depth study of Lakotasong includingpronunciation guide. Theaccompanying CD songsand narration by noted

Lakota singers. 108pp, 45 color & 9 BWphotos, 77 min. CD.582-5 Paper & CD: $22.95

Learn to Hear Powwow SongsProduced by LorenWoerpelThis Audio CD willhelp you hear thepowwow songs madetoday. Tracks include;Introduction, VerseFormat, DrumbeatPatterns, Vocables,and more.NBCD1009 Audio CD: $8.95

The Grass Danceof Spirit LakeDakotaBy Louis Garcia,with Mark DiedrichIllustrated by DavidSagerForward by RaymondJ. DeMallie

Designed to inform the reader of a WarriorSociety which originated among the Pawnee,Ponca, and Omaha Nations during thePre-Reservation periods. The title GrassDance does not reflect the modern use of theterm associated with the Pow-wow. Photos,illus., biblio., index. 189 pages2014-1 Paper: $25.95

Voices of Native AmericaNative AmericanInstruments and Music

by Douglas Spotted

Eagle

An in-depth look at NativeAmerican music. Includesinformation andexplanations of traditional

and contemporary music as well as instructionsof how to make most forms of traditionalNative American musical instruments withinstructions on how to play the instrument. 70B&W photos, 120pp.B00-29 Paper: $17.95

The Ojibwa DanceDrumIts History andConstructionBy Thomas VennumAfter fleeing U.S. soldiers, aDakota woman was given a

vision instructing her to build a large drumand teaching her the songs that would bringpeace and end the killing of her people. Fromthe Dakota, the “big drum” spread throughoutthe Algonquian-speaking tribes to the Ojibwa,becoming the centerpiece of their religiousceremonies. 336 pp., illustrated.1642-6 Paper: $19.95

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The Spirit Of IndianWomenEdited by Judith &Michael FitzgeraldContributions of manyIndian women to thereligion, education and artsof their tribes. Over 100 historical photos ofwomen from various tribes. 155pp.3287-9 Paper: $14.95

Indian SpiritEdited by MichaelFitzgeraldA compilation of 100historical photographs andeloquent words of NativeAmerican leaders. 150pp,photos throughout.1619-5 Paper:$14.95

Brave Hearts and Their CradlesA Pictorial Presentationof North AmericanCradleboardsby Richard JanulewiczA beautiful pictorial ofcradleboards from 10 culturalareas with 83 tribal cradlesshown with a discussion ofthe materials used. 184pp, 93 color and 91B&w photos, index194-X Paper: $35.99

Gifts of Pride and LoveKiowa and Comanche Cradlesby Barbara A. HailEssays by eleven descendants of Kiowaand Comanche cradle makers on thehistoric origins of lattice cradles. Thiswork is the exhibit catalog showing infull color cradles in the Gilcrease,Heard and Haffenreffer Museums. 50color plates, 82 b&w photos, 136pp.Reg. Price $29.95 (n)

3604-2 Paper: $23.95

Memory and VisionArts, Cultures, and Lives of PlainsIndian PeoplesEdited by Emma I. HansenIllustrates the past and present of the Plainspeoples in over 250 full color images fromtraditional feather bonnets, war shirts, bearclaw necklaces, pipe tomahawks, beadwork,quillwork, to contemporary art. 300 illus, 250in color, 256 pp.98580-1 Paper: $45.00

A CherishedCuriosityThe SouvenirBeaded Bag inHistoricHaudenosaunee(Iroquois) ArtBy Gerry BironExcellent examplesof Iroquois beadedbags along with a

unique collection of historical photographs.196 pages, profusely illustrated with colorand b&w photographs.4141-5 Hardcover: $34.95


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Material Culture & Photographic History


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Art of the OsageBy Garrick Bailey &Daniel SwanThis work, publishedin conjunction with theSt Louis Art Museum,draws together overtwo centuries of Osagematerial culture; cradleboards, quirts, war clubs, beadwork, ribbonwork, fans, and more. 232 pp, 140 photos,110 in color, biblio, index. Regular Price:$40.0098387-6 Hardcover: $31.95

Song for the Horse Nation: Horsesin Native American Cultures

Editors: NationalMuseum of theAmerican Indian,Emil Her ManyHorses, GeorgeHorse CaptureThis slender,informativevolume gathersphotographs andbrief contemporary

essays alongside pieces from the NationalMuseum of the American Indian tomemorialize the relationship between NativeAmericans and their horses. With itsnumerous photographs and succinct,workmanlike text, this small work is like amini museum exhibit between two covers. 96pages, color throughout.1112-9 Paper: $16.95

Children of the Circleby Adolf & Star HungryWolfA photo history of NativeAmerican children from the1870s to1920. 90 photos.160pp89-2 Paper: $9.95

Life at the Kiowa,Comanche, andWichita AgencyThe Photographs ofAnnette Ross HumeBy Kristina L.Southwell & John R.LovellUnforgettable images of Indian life at theagencies in Oklahoma.Anadarko, Oklahomawas a federal agency. 184 b&w illustrations, 1map, 256 pp. (s)4138-1 Hardcover: $34.95

Living With American Indian ArtThe HirschfieldCollectionBy Alan Hirschfiled,Terry WinchellPhotographs by W.Garth DowlingContains numerousmasterworks, the greatmajority of which havenever been publishedor exhibited. There is a broad representationof many different tribes and regions, andincluding textiles, leather pouches, war shirts,dresses, vests, cradleboards, beadwork,weaponry, pottery, toys, and basketry.256 pages, 300 color; 50 b&w photographs.0452-5 Hardcover: $75.00

A NorthernCheyenne AlbumPhotographs byThomas B. MarquisEdited by MargotLibertyA rare series ofphotographsdocumenting the lives of Cheyenne peopleduring the early reservation years. 142 b&wphotos,304 pp. (s)3893-0 Paper: $29.95

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Native American ClothingAn Illustrated HistoryBy Theodore BrasserThis magnificent volume has more than 300photographs from more than 60 leadingmuseums and private collections that havenever before been published describing theclothing in fascinating detail, from moccasinsand tunics to sashes, bags and ceremonial andburial costumes. Theodore Brasser explainswho made what and how, as well as themeanings of the different kinds of decoration,such as beadwork, embroidery, appliqué,patchwork, weaving and dyeing. There arealso many examples of native pottery andother historic artifacts that depict themes usedin the clothes. 368 pp, 300+ color and b&wphotos, biblio, index, maps. Reg. Price: $65443-4 Hardcover: $52.00

A Warrior I Have BeenPlains Indian Cultures in Transition:The Richard Green Collection of PlainsIndian Art308 professional photographs of Northern &Central Plains and Plateau material culture.The collection includes numerous items suchas moccasins, leggings, shirts, pipebags,horsegear, women’s clothing, bags & pouches,tipi furnishings, tools & implements along withvintage historical photographs of Plateau,central and Northern Plains individuals.58b&w photos, 2 maps. Regular price: $29.95Overstock Sale!!!4941-X Paper: $12.95

Native American Horse Gear: AGolden Age of Equine-Inspired Artof the Nineteenth Centuryby Helene SageCover all aspects of Native American equinetack/equipment as a single subject, focusingon the equipment used by 19th century tribalmen and women of Native North America.With informative text and over 200 beautifulcolor photos,exploring geographical locationsand tribal characteristics, techniques, andmaterials used to create beautiful horse gear.Cultural areas explored include the Plains,Prairie, Great Basin, Plateau, and theSouthwest. 160 pages, 206 color photOS (n)4210-3 Hardcover: $49.95

Indian Dollsby Nancy SchifferDolls are grouped according to theirgeographical origins including Iroquois,Seminole, Cheyenne, Navajo and Eskimoshown along with early photographs of thepeople and places they represent. 150 colorphotos, price guide/index, 112pp. (s)0305-8 Paper: $19.95

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Identity by DesignTradition, Change, and Celebration inNative Women’s DressesEdited by Emil Her Many HorsesShowcases the world-renowned collection of

Native American dressesheld by theSmithsonian’s NationalMuseum of theAmerican Indian,presenting a fascinatingarray of Native women’sclothing from theNorthern and Southern

Plains, Plateau, and Great Basins datingfrom the 1830s to the present. Bringing theearly dresses into the contemporary powwowscene are interviews and photos of some oftoday’s top dancers and crafts people. 160pp,color photos throughout. (n)5369-3 Hardcover: $26.99

Indian RawhideAn American Folk ArtBy Mable MorrowBack in print! A primarysource on parflecheproductions includingmethods of constructionand decoration. 55 photos,80 color patterns, 74 illus.256pp.590-0 Paper: $29.50

The New Four Winds Guide toIndian Weaponry, Trade Goods,and RelicsBy Preston Miller & Carolyn Corey

Over 600 color photospresent clothingaccessories, weapons, oldtrade goods and muchmore. Extensive textprovides valuableinformation for collectors.This edition includes adetailed look at the “Indian

hobbyist” interests around the world. 676color photos, 176pp. (s)2634-1 Paper: $29.95

Splendid HeritagePerspectives on American Indian Artsby John & Marva WarnockThis museum catalog from the exhibition bythe same name, showcases the beauty ofAmerican Indian material culture. 207 pp,color throughout.80960-2 Paper: $49.95

The Image TakerThe Selected Stories and Photographs ofEdward S. CurtisEdited by GeraldHausman & Bob KapounThe work of EdwardCurtis captures forever theimages, myths, andhistories of a vanishingage. The Image Takerfeatures essentialselections of photographs and the seldom-seen tribal stories recorded and preserved byCurtis in his 20-volume masterpiece, TheNorth American Indian, offering the reader abridge through time to the last generation ofIndians from the “Buffalo Days” ofpre-reservation life. 192 pages. Curtisphotographs throughout.1670-3 Paper: $26.95

Beyond the Reach of Time andChangeNative AmericanReflections on the FrankA. Rinehart PhotographCollectionEdited by Simon J. OrtizThis collection of Rinehartprovides an unusualperspective on the collectionfeaturing from the original negatives. Includes14 essays by modern Native Americanwriters, artists and educators. 100 photos,index, 172 pp. (n)2360-6 Paper: $29.95


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The Old North TrailLife, Legends, &Religion of theBlackfeet Indiansby Walter McClintockDaily life, hunts, andceremonials; this work isenriched by vignettes of

warriors and medicine men. 576pp, 204photos,index. (n)8258-2 Paper: $24.95

The Osage and the Invisible WorldFrom the Works of Francis La FlescheEdited by Garrick A. BaileyLa Flesche (1857-1932), was an Omaha withthe BAE, and published extensively on theOsage. This work brings together LaFlesche’s data from two important works onthe Osage; Songs of Wa-xo-be, An InitiationInto A Clan Priesthood and Rite of the Chiefs,An Initiation Into A Tribal Priesthood. 344pp,9 illus, 8 figs, notes. (n)3132-0 Paper: $24.95

Ledger NarrativesThe Plains Indian Drawings in the MarkLansburgh Collection at DartmouthCollegeEdited by Colin G. CallowayThe largest known collection of ledger art ofmore than 140 drawings created by Plainsartists who recorded their experiences inpencil and crayon on paper bound ledger oraccount books. 228 color & b&w illus. 292pages. (s)4297-5 Hardcover: $49.95

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The Plains

The Comanche Code Talkers of World War IIBy William C. MeadowsThe full story of the Comanche Code Talkers drawing on interviewswith all surviving members of the unit, their original training officer,and fellow soldiers, as well as military records and news accounts.This book follows the group from their recruitment and training totheir active duty in World War II and on through their postwar lives upto the present. 336 pp, 19 black & white photos. (n)75274-1 Paper: $29.95

Warriors –Navajo Code TalkersPhotographs by Kenji KawanoHistorical and contemporary photos from cover to coverincluding the first-hand testaments of the 75 surviving Navajocode talkers. 107pp, photos throughout.513-5 Paper: $19.95

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Crazy HorseA Lakota LifeBy Kingsley M. BrayThis is the newest bookdocumenting the life ofthe famous LakotaCrazy Horse. Freshresearch brings thisinfamous man to lifedrawing on a greatervariety of sources.528pp, 18 b&w illus & photos, 7 maps. (n)3986-9 Paper: $24.95

Crazy HorseThe Strange Man of the Oglalas (3rd ed)

by Mari SandozThis is the definitive biography of CrazyHorse drawn from interviews with the menwho knew him. 305 pp. (n)1787-4 Paper: $16.95

The Killing of Crazy Horseby Thomas PowersThis new work pieces together the manysources of fear and misunderstanding thatresulted in an official killing hard todistinguish from a crime. A rich cast ofcharacters passes through the story.Mr. Powers works through this maze withadmirable insight into the motives andactions of the players, his narrative solidlygrounded in original sources and extensivefield work. —New York Times review4 maps, 8 color ledger drawings, 16 historicalphotos, 560 pages.71430-6 Paper: $17.95

Crazy Horse

Crazy Horse and His Family —The Authorized Biography

Part One: Creation,Spirituality & TheFamily TreeIn Part One, the GreatGrandsons of CrazyHorse, Sr set the recordstraight as to who wereCrazy Horse’simmediate relatives. Itwill give you a personalinsight into the cultureand spiritual values of

Crazy Horse and his Family. 99 min.D6872-4 Part 1 DVD: $23.95

Part Two: Defending the Homeland(Prior to the 1868 Treaty)

The Crazy Horse family discusses theOregon Trail, the Grattan Fight, and CrazyHorse’s vision quest, and much more. 96min.D7829-6 Part 2 DVD: $23.95

Part Three: Battle of the LittleBighorn90+ min.D7000-9 Part 3 DVD: $23.95

Part Four: Surrender, Death, and TheFamily Survives90+ min.D7001-3 Part 4 DVD: $23.95

4 Part DVD Series

Kiowa, Apache, and ComancheMilitary SocietiesEnduring Veterans, 1800to Present

by William C. MeadowsSurvey and detailed historyof Kiowa, Apache andComanche military societiesdrawn from extensiveinterviews. Includes KiowaBlack Leggings, gourdsocieties and more. 576pp, 20 photos (n)70518-2 Paper: $34.95

Empire of the Summer MoonQuanah Parker and theRise and Fall of theComanches, the MostPowerful Indian Tribe inAmerican HistoryBy S.C. GwynneA stunningly vivid historicalaccount of the forty-yearbattle between Comancheand white settlers for controlof the American West, centering on Quanah,the greatest Comanche chief of them all. 18photos, index, biblio., 384 pages.9106-1 Paper: $16.00

Tribes of The SiouxNationby Michael G. Johnson

&

Jonathan SmithIn depth study of Siouxculture and peopleincluding the sevendivisions of the great Sioux nation in peacetime and war. 48pp, 8 color plates, 50 bwillus.878-X Paper: $17.95

Sitting BullChampion of the Sioux: ABiographyby Stanley Vestal26 illus, 392pp (s)2219-9 Paper: $24.95D7129-7 DVD: $24.95

Fort Peck IndianReservationMontanaby Kenneth Shields, Jr.200 images from the 19thand 20th century of peopleon the Ft. PeckReservation in Montana,providing a vivid look atearly life on the reservation. 128pp.4827-2 Paper: $21.99

Cheyenne River SiouxBy Donovin ArleighSpragueOver 100 photos dating back to1860, as well as personalinterviews, this work paints acompelling and detailed historyof the Cheyenne River Sioux of South Dakota.128 pp.2318-6 Paper: $21.99

The Cheyenne IndiansTheir History andLifewaysby George Bird GrinnellGeorge Bird Grinnell(1849-1938) lived with andstudied the last of theCheyenne who had lived thenomadic life in the old west. The presentbook is an edited version of Grinnell’s greatwork on the Cheyenne, fully illustratedincluding selections from three articlespreviously unpublished in book form. 240pp,89 b&w photos, 56 in color, 12 illus.,1660-4 Paper: $29.95


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The Plains

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GallLakota War ChiefBy Robert W. LarsonThe author sorts throughcontrasting views of thisHunkpapa warrior. This is thefirst scholarly biography ofGall offering newinterpretations of the Little Big Horn and hisflight with Sitting Bull to Canada. 320pp, 25bw photos, 3 maps. (s)4036-0 Paper: $19.95

Warriors at the Little Big Horn1876Written & Illustrated byRichard HookA unique analysis of the oraland pictorial evidence of theappearance of nearly 30names of Sioux andCheyenne warriors presentthat day and the part theyplayed in defeating Custer. Color illus, 48 pp.6666-9 Paper: $17.95

PhotographingCuster’s BattlefieldThe Images of KennethRoahenBy Sandy BarnardKenneth Roahen’s(1886-1976) photographsof the Custer Battlefieldreveals further mysteriesof the battlefield showing how it haschanged. 33 b&w photos, 12 maps. (s)5159-5 Hardcover: $39.95

Fools Crow:Wisdom and Powerby Thomas Mails

Forward by Russell MeansAdditional look at Fools Crowlife as documented by theauthor from interview withFools Crow beginning in1974. bw photos, illus. biblio, 212 pp.104-8 Paper: $17.95

Crow DogFour Generations of SiouxMedicine Menby Leonard Crow Dog &Richard ErdoesA rare glimpse of Lakotaspiritual practices that arestill central to Sioux culture.Includes a history of theCrow Dog family. 242pp, photos. (n)92682-1 Paper: $13.95

Black Elk SpeaksBeing the Life Story of aHoly Man of the OglalaSiouxAs told through John G.Neihart298pp., photos (n)2540-5 Paper: $19.95

The Ghost DanceReligion andWounded Kneeby James MooneyClassic of Americananthropology explores themessianic cult behindIndian resistance, fromPontiac to the 1890s. Extremely detailed,thorough account, citing many primarydocuments as well as Mooney’s ownanthropological data. 38 plates, 49 otherillustrations. 576 pages.26759-8 Paper: $24.95

The SixthGrandfatherBlack Elk’s TeachingsGiven to John G.NeihardtEdited by Raymond J.Transcripts from Neihardt’sinterviews with Black Elk in1931 and 1944 which form

the basis for Black Elk Speaks. Photos, index,biblio, 450 pp. (n)6564-6 Paper: $24.95

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Tahlequah And TheCherokee NationAn Oral HistoryBy Deborah L. DuvallCollected from a variety offamilies in the CherokeeNation, the work captures theessence of tribal life. 128pp,b&w photos throughout.0782-2 Paper: $21.99

The Trail of Tears — DVDCherokee LegacyPresented by WesStudi—Narrated byJames Earl JonesThis two hourdocumentary exploresAmerica’s darkest period:president AndrewJackson’s Indian removal

act of 1830 and the forced removal of theCherokee nation to oklahoma in 1838. Nearlya quarter of the nation died during the TrailOf Tears. They suffered beyond imaginationand when they finally arrived in Indianterritory, they arrived almost without anychildren and with very few elders, in a waythey arrived with no past and no future. 115min. Closed captioned. Best Long FilmDVD-2007 Native American MusicAwards.D68003 DVD: $34.95

Cherokee Proud -2nd Edition

A Guide to Tracing andHonoring YourCherokee Ancestorsby Tony McClure, Ph.D.Listings and sources oforiginal data from 1817.152pp.7222-6 Paper: $22.95

History, Myths, AndSacred Formulas OfThe Cherokeesby James MooneyThis long out of print workfrom the Bureau ofAmerican Ethnology (1900)is a primary source book onthe 19th century Cherokee.

A must for students of the Cherokee. 700pp,C007 Paper: $22.50

History of the Choctaw, Chickasawand Natchez IndiansBy H.B. CushmanWritten in 1884, Cushman’s workis an attempt to criticize whiteexploitation of the Indians fromthe Indian point of view.Published in 1899, this history isextremely valuable for Cushman’sfirst-hand observations on theremoval and later history. 512pp, notes, index(n)3127-6 Paper: $24.95

American Indians of the Southeastby Michael G. Johnson

Illustrated by Richard

HookA complete look atsoutheastern dress styles,history, material culture..48pp, extensive illus &photos, color, notes,biblio.566-1 Paper:$17.95

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EASTERN & SOUTHEASTERN

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The Seminole and MiccosukeeTribes of Southern FloridaBy Patsy WestA history through the over 100 photographstaken at the turn of the 20th century. A visualhistory celebrating Seminole life. 128pp.1469-1 Paper: $21.99

The Powhatan Indians Of VirginiaTheir Traditional Culture

by Helen C. RountreeThe text relies mainly on accounts written byJohn Smith and other English colonists,reconstructing as closely as possible the entirePowhatan way of life, providing the mostaccurate view we are likely to have. (n)2455-1 Paper: $19.95

Journey to the WestThe Alabama & Coushatta Indiansby Sheri Marie Shuck-HallThe first book to examine these tribes over anextensive period of time, building sovereigntyfrom 17th century European contact topresent day. 304 pp, 2 b&w illus., 5 maps. (s)3940-1 Hardcover: $34.95

Early Art of the SoutheasternIndiansFeathered Serpents and Winged BeingsBy Susan C. PowersRemarkable objects of material culture frompre-history through 1600. 24 color & 45 bwphotos. 288 pp.2501-9 Hardcover: $39.95

Art of the CherokeePrehistory to the PresentBy Susan C. PowerAn illustrated historical overview of some ofthe finest examples of Cherokee materialculture from the 16th century to the present.55 color & 20 bw photos. 224 pp.2767-9 Paper: $27.95

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North American Indian Tribes ofthe Great LakesBy Michael G. JohnsonIllustrated by JonathanSmithDetails the growth of theEuropean Fur trade inNorth America and how itdrew the Native Americanswho lived in the GreatLakes region, notably the Huron, Dakota,Sauk and Fox, Miami and Shawnee tribes intothe colonial European Wars. During theFrench and Indian War, the AmericanRevolution, and the War of 1812, these tribestook sides and became. 48 pages. Fullyillustrated. Color center pages documentclothing styles.459-8 Paper: $17.95

People of the Big VoicePhotographs ofHo-Chunk Families byCharles Van Schaick,1879-1942.Edited by Tom Jones, MSchmudlach, et al.Tells the visual history ofHo-Chunk families at theturn of the 20th centuryand beyond as depicted through the lens ofBlack River Falls studio photographerCharles Van Schaick. More than 300beautifully detailed duotone photographs thatidentifies over 90 percent of the individualspictured. 330 duotone photographs.476-0 Hardcover: $29.95

American Woodland Indiansby Michael G. JohnsonAn excellent reference of 18th century dress,lifestyle and culture; profusely illustrated withphotos and color plates by Richard Hook.48pp., notes, biblio.5999-9 Paper: $17.95

Nations of the IroquoisConfederacyBy Michael G. JohnsonThis fascinating introduction to Iroquoishistory, social organization, religion andmaterial culture is illustrated with rarephotographs and eight dazzling color plates.48pp, profusely illus in color & bw.490-6 Paper: $17.95

IROQUOISPeople of the Longhouseby Michael G.JohnsonRich with archival,contemporary andmodernphotographs,Iroquois: People ofthe LonghousediscusssLonghouses,Dress, Wampum,Masks, DecorativeArt, Beadwork.250 full colorcommissionedartwork, photographs, biblio., gazetteer, list ofreserves, maps, index. 160 pp.5218-1 Hardcover: $35.00

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Where Two WorldsMeetThe Great Lakes Fur Tradeby Carolyn GilmanInspired by an exhibit of artifacts from the furtrade of the 1700s, this fascinating andattractive catalog includes a history of the furtrade and essays on various aspects of theearly cross-cultural contacts between Indiansand whites. Photos of tools, clothing, andtrade items shown in the exhibit areaccompanied by beautiful reproductions ofeighteenth-century paintings and drawings,some in color. 132 pp, color throughout1156-8 Paper: $18.95

Indian Clothing of the GreatLakes: 1740-1840by Sheryl HartmanIncludes a section detailing elements ofWoodland designs describing what theysymbolize and how they reflect on GreatLakes culture and illustrates with patterns thewoman’s strap dress, leggings, shirts, capeshirt, chemise and jacket. Included are articleson the history of trade silver and fingerweaving. 140pp, 100+ illus.B00-12 Paper: $14.95

A Cherished CuriosityThe Souvenir Beaded Bag in HistoricHaudenosaunee (Iroquois) ArtBy Gerry BironExcellent examples of Iroquois beaded bagsalong with a unique collection of historicalphotographs. 196 pages, profusely illustratedwith color and b&w photographs.4141-5 Hardcover: $34.95

Indian Tribes of the New EnglandFrontierBy Michael G.JohnsonIllustrated by JonathanSmithOffers a detailedintroduction to the tribesof the New Englandregion – the first nativeAmerican peoplesaffected by contact with the French andEnglish colonists. A well researched historywith meticulously illustrated examples of theclothing of the period. Profusely illustrated incolor and b&w, 48pp.937-1 Paper: $17.95


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The Bannock of IdahoBy Brigham D. MadsenThis classic study of the Bannock tribe ofsouthern Idaho explores broken U.S.Government treaties and the pride of a tribalnation. 390pp. (n)189-4 Paper: $15.95

Yellow WolfHis Own Story

by L.V. McWhorterYellow Wolf was one of the last survivingparticipants of the Nez Perce War. This is hisstory of the hitherto unrevealed Indianstrategy and policy in that conflict as told toL.V. McWhorter, his friend for decades. 48illustrations, map, index, 328 pp. (n)315-3 Paper: $16.95

The Northern Shoshoniby Brigham MadsenFocuses on the Shoshoni since the arrival ofthe European settlers describing early days ofreservation life. 260pp, photos, maps, index.(n)266-1 Paper: $24.95

The LemhiSacajawea’s People

by Brigham MadsenThe story of the Mountain Shoshoni culturefrom the fateful day in 1805 whenCa-me-ah-wait met Lewis and Clark to 1907when the Lemhi moved to the Fort Hallreservation. An excellent explanation of howpressure from the expanding white culturechanged the Lemhi way of life. 214pp, 27illus.., maps, index. (n)267-X Paper: $11.95

Lewis and Clark Among the NezPerceStrangers in the Land ofthe Nimiipuuby Allen V. Pinkham &Steven Ross EvansA new look at the Lewis andClark expedition through theNative American point ofview with new insights aboutwhat Lewis and Clark wroteabout their four month stay with the NezPerce which helped produce a successfulmission. 52 b&w illus. 332pp. (n)40599-3 Paper: $19.95

The Weiser IndiansShoshoni Peacemakers

by Hank CorlessThe Weisers were a major Sheepeater groupof Northern Shoshoni people who lived in themountainous area of west-central Idaho. Thiswork documents Indian-white relations insouthwestern Idaho during the time of initialencroachment onto Indian lands. 170pp,illustrated, index. (n)376-5 Paper: $14.95

Peoples of the PlateauThe Indian Photographsof Lee Moorhouse,1898-1915By Steven L. GrafeOver 100 photos of Plateaupeoples from 1898-1915; people, camp life,clothing. Umatill, Walla Walla and Cayausetribes. 224pp, 104 b&w illus. (n)3742-1 Paper: $29.95

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Plateau

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Native Arts of theColumbia PlateauThe Doris SwayzeBounds Collection ofNative AmericanArtifactsEdited by Susan E.HarlessThis book brings

overdue recognition to the artistry and

craftsmanship of the Plateau peoples byfocusing on this remarkable collection. Manyof the nearly 1,000 Plateau items in thiscollection came as gifts from Indian friends,who expressed their respect and affectionthrough the time-honored tradition ofgift-giving. 176 pp., 280 illus., 48 in color,maps, bibliog., index.97673-0 Paper: $29.95

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P la teau

Fry Breadby Glenn MillerA comprehensive tour of the history, culture and craft of fry bread. Amust read for diehard fry bread aficionados and beginners alike.Includes over 200 recipes. 224 pages5104-8 Paper: $24.95

Medicinal and Other Uses of North American Plants:A Historical Survey with Special Reference to the Eastern Indian TribesBy Charlotte Erichsen-BrownChronological historical citations document 500 years of usage of plants, trees, and shrubsnative to eastern Canada, northeastern U.S. Also complete identifying information. 343illustrations, 544 pp.25951-X Paper: $18.95

Native American GardeningBuffalobird Woman’s Guide to Traditional Methods

By Gilbert L. WilsonEarly-20th-century study that takes a look at techniques of subsistence-level farming usedby the Hidatsa of North Dakota. Descriptions of how the tribe planted, harvested, andstored food. Of value to modern organic gardeners and farmers, and anyone fascinated byNative American culture. 40 figures; 10 illustrations on 5 plates. 144 pp.44021-4 Paper:$9.95

How Indians Use Wild Plants for Food, Medicine & Craftsby Frances DensmoreFocuses on plant use by the Chippewa and the extent to which they understood and utilizedtheir natural resources. 397pp, photos.23019-8 Paper: $8.95

COOKING & HERBS

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American Indians ofthe Pacific Northwestby Elizabeth AderkasEnhanced with colorillustrations by ChirstaHood, this fascinating textdescribes the ways of life, inpeace and war, of the coastaland inland peoples of the region. 48 pages,index, biblio.6741-3 Paper: $17.95

Totem PolesAn Illustrated Guideby Marjorie HalpinThis guide helps thereader understand andenjoy the form andmeaning of totem polesand other sculptures.The author describes theorigin and place of totempoles in Northwest culture and suggestsways to interpret the motifs and symbolscarved on the poles and how to recognizethe special features and origin of poles. 64pp, 81 photos, 6 in color. (s)80141-6 Paper: $21.95

Nations of theNorthwest Coastby Bobbie KzlmanFocuses on importanthistorical events, village lifeand homes. Quality, accuratecolor illustrations enhance thisbook.0470-6 Paper: $8.95

Looking at Indian Art of theNorthwest Coastby Hilary StewartAll the stylistic forms of Northwest art arehere; Thunderbird, Killer Whale, Bear,Raven. Profusely illustrated. 112pp, 150 illus.95645-9 Paper: $17.95

The Cayuse IndiansImperial Tribesmen of Old OregonCommemorativeEditionBy Robert Ruby &John BrownTells the story of theCayuse people from theirearly years in the PacificNorthwest through the19th century. 456pp,photos, index. (n))3700-1 Hardcover: $29.95

A Russian American Photographerin Tlingit Country

Vincent Soboleffin Alaskaby Sergei KanA rich record of lifein small-townsoutheastern Alaskain the late 1800sand early 1900s. Itis the first book toshowcase the

photographs of Vincent Soboleff, an amateurRussian American photographer whosecommunity included the Tlingit from a nearbyvillage as well as Russian Americans,so-called Creoles. Combining Soboleff’sphotographs with ethnographic fieldwork andarchival research, Kan brings to life thecommunities of Killisnoo. Kan offers readers,historians, and photography lovers a beautifulvisual resource on Tlingit and RussianAmerican life that shows how the twocultures intertwined in southeastern Alaska atthe turn of the past century. 137 b&willus./photos. 272 pp. (n)4290-6 Hardcover: $39.95

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NORTHWEST

CochiseChiricahua Apache Chief

by Edwin R. SweeneyA biography of the Apache ChiefCochise detailing his life as recordedin both the U.S. and Mexicanarchives. 502pp., 45 illus, notes. (n)2606-7 Paper: $24.95

SantanaWar Chief of theMescalero ApacheBy Almer N. BlazerBiography of Santana duringa turbulent time in Mescalerohistory. 297pp, b&w photos.580-9 Paper: $14.95

Navajo and HopiArt in ArizonaContinuingTraditionsBy Rory O’NeillSchmitt, Ph.DThe author presents theregion’s outstandingNative artists and theirwork, studios, andinspirations. Color and b&w photosthroughout, 188 pp.789-0 Paper: $21.95

Surviving DesiresMaking and SellingNative Jewellery in theAmerican Southwestby Henrietta LidchiTheMillicent RogersMuseum CollectionsFocuses on jewellery in thecultural economy of theSouthwest, exploring jewellery making as adecorative art form in constant transition.Reg. Price: $34.954850-2 Paper: $27.96

Southwestern Indian BraceletsThe Essential Cuffby Paula BaxterThis design history ofSouthwestern Indianbracelets of over 300color photosexamines their start in1868 through 1970 andthe post-1980 legacy. The bookbegins by examining sources fordesigns and how styles came into being,followed by a look at historic, vintage, curio,and post-1980 bracelets that reflect the newNative Style. Over 300 color images. 176 pp.Regular Price: $39.994868-6 Hardcover: $31.95

Hopi KachinasHistory, Legends and Artby Ron & Bob PecinaPresenting work from a selectset of recognizable Hopiartists, this book relates thedetailed history, culutre,legends, celebrations. Thisbook illuminates the stage ofstudy for scholars, and is vital for students ofthe Hopi culture. Reg. Price $49.95192pp, 155 color illustrations/photos (n)4429-9 Hardcover. $39.95

Glittering WorldNavajo Jewelry of theYazzie Familyby Lois Sherr DubinTells the remarkable story ofNavajo jewelry from itsancient origins to the presentthrough the work of the giftedYazzie family of New Mexico.Exceptional jewelry makers who have beenactive for nearly eight decades, the Yazziesare strongly rooted in and inspired by thesetraditions and values. Color photosthroughout. 252 pp. Regular Price: $40.004477-9 Hardcover: $39.95

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SOUTHWEST


Native SpiritThe Sun Dance WayBy Thomas YellowtailFull color illustratedhistory of Crow andShoshone Sun Dances. 145photo from 1903-2004, 34archival photos, 68 photosfrom powwows and sacredsites. 101pp.1627-7 Paper: $19.95D1632-2 2-disc DVD: $32.95See page 44 for DVD description

Standing in the LightA Lakota Way of Seeingby Severt Young Bearand R.D. TheiszSevert Young Bear stood inthe light; in the center ofthe powwow circle. He alsostood, figuratively, in thelight of understanding thecherished Lakota heritage. 210pp,pronunciation guide, 19 photos, genealogicalchart, biblio., index. (n)9912-5 Paper: $17.95

The Sacred PipeBlack Elk’s Account oftheSeven Rites of the OglalaSioux

by Joseph Epes Brown164 pages, 4 illus. 6x9. (n)2124-6 Paper $19.95

YuwipiVision and Experience inOglala Ritual

by William K. PowersA profoundly spiritual bookdescribing a present-dayOglala healing ceremony thatis performed for a wide rangeof personal crises. (s)8710-5 Paper: $14.95

Native Plants NativeHealingTraditional MuskogeeWay

by Tis Mal CrowTraditional NativeAmerican healingtechniques authored by aNative Americanpractitioner. The author(Cherokee/Hitchiti) has been working withtribal elders since childhood studying themedicinal uses of plants and native roots.142pp, index105-2 Paper: $12.95

Plants of PowerNative AmericanCeremony and the Useof Sacred PlantsBy Alfred SavinelliThis is a guide to thesacred plants traditionallyused by Native Americansand other indigenouspeople. It is an excellent tool for thoseseeking to connect more fully with themysterious world of plants, animals, andspirits. 128 pp, b&w sketches130-3 Paper: $11.95

Encyclopedia ofNativeAmericanHealingby William S.LyonThis monumentalvolume explores,explains, and honorsthe healing practicesof Native Americans

throughout North America, from thesoutheastern U.S. to the Arctic. 416pp, 71illus, 15 maps. (n)31735-0 Paper: $21.95

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Rel ig ion & Medicine

Secret NativeAmericanPathwaysA Guide to InnerPeaceby Thomas E. MailsSpiritual practices of theHopi, Cherokee,

Apache, Sioux. 301pp., illustrated.8125-0 Paper: $17.95

Cherokee MedicineManThe Life and Work of aModern-Day HealerBy Robert J. ConleyLittle Bear asked Conley towrite down his story, toreveal to the world “what

Indian medicine is really about.” For LittleBear, as for the Cherokee ancestors whobrought their traditions over the Trail of Tearsto Indian Territory, the medicine is abouthelping people. 160pp, 42 bw illustrations. (n)3877-0 Paper: $19.95

Lakota Ritual of theSweat Lodgeby Raymond A. BuckoAn impressive history andsignificance of the Lakotasweat lodge from historicaldata and recent work at PineRidge. 320pp. (n)6165-5 Paper: $17.95

Tobacco, PeacePipes, and Indiansby Louis SeigThis book examines themany ceremonial uses oftobacco among the Nativepeoples of North America.Black and whiteillustrations, 50 pp.047-X Paper: $5.95

Reincarnation Beliefs of NorthAmerican IndiansSoul Journeys, Metamorphosis andNear-Death Experiencesby Warren JeffersonAn in-depth look at spiritual experiencesdrawn from the anthropological record andother primary sources. Includes accounts fromWinnebago, Cherokee, Hopi, Inuit, GhostDance experiences. 203 pp, index, biblio.212-5 Paper: $15.95

Sacred SmokeThe Ancient Art ofSmudging for ModernTimesBy H. McCampbellSmudging is the burning ofherbs as a spiritual practice.This work shows how tomake smudge sticks and identify, collect andgrow a wide range of sacred plants forsmudging. 125pp, index.117-6 Paper: $9.95

Offering SmokeThe Sacred Pipe andNative American ReligionBy Jordan PaperAn encyclopedic array ofarchaeological as well asdocumentary evidence of theimportance of the pipe and pipe smoking.181pp, 43 photos.126-6 Paper: $22.95

365 Days Walking theRed RoadEdited by Terri JeanInspiring quotations fromTecumseh, Black Hawk, ChiefJoseph and other great NativeAmerican leaders, a monthlyRed Road spiritual lesson, important dates inAmerican Indian history. 3 ¾” x 6”, 400pp.849-4 Paper: $10.95

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Religion & Medicine

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Books Written & Illustrated

by Paul Goble

Paul Goble’s books are known for their

detailed illustrations and wonderful

storytelling. While aimed at the young

reader, readers of all ages will be

delighted with the authentic text and full

color illustrations.

The Woman Who Lived withWolves & OtherStories from the TipiTold & Illustrated byPaul GobleBeautifully illustrated byaward-winning author PaulGoble, The Woman WhoLived with Wolves features

a collection of 26 traditional stories fromdifferent Native American tribes, includingthe Pawnee, Cheyenne, Blackfoot, andLakota. These include “The Gift of the SacredCalf Pipe” which demonstrate the deepspiritual values contained in Native Americanoral culture. 48 pages, color.9320-4 Hardcover: $14.95

The Boy and His Mud HorsesAnd Other Stories from the TipiBy Paul GobleBeautifully illustrated byaward-winning authorPaul Goble, The Boy andHis Mud Horses features acollection of 27 traditionalstories from differentNative American tribes,including the Pawnee,Cheyenne, Blackfoot, andLakota. 48pp, colorillustrated. 48 pp.9311-2 Hardcover: $14.95

The Earth Made NewPlains Indian Storiesof Creationby Paul GobleThis beautifullyillustrated Plains IndianCreation story celebratesa new Earth after theflood and narrates themaking of the buffaloes,

mountains, plants, colorful horses andThunderbirds among others. Weavingtogether the legends of the Plains Indiantribes, including the stories of theCheyenne, Blackfoot, Arapaho, and theCrow, this revised edition contains 8 pagesof additional illustrations and stories, aswell as a new foreword. It also includes anextensive reference list and detailedintroductory note. 40 pages, Colorillustrations by Paul Goble throughout.1667-3 Hardcover: $17.95

The Man Who Dreamed of ElkDogs& Other Stories fromthe TipiIn this final collection of“stories from the tipi,”Caldecott-medal winnerPaul Goble masterfullybrings to life 23 traditionalstories from the Blackfoot,Lakota, Assiniboin, Pawnee, Winnebago,Omaha, Hidatsa, and Cheyenne nations.Throughout, we witness how perfectlyattuned the Native Americans were to thenatural world around them. For, in thewords of Black Elk, the holy man of theLakota: “One should pay attention to eventhe smallest crawling creature for these mayhave a valuable lesson to teach us, and eventhe smallest ant may wish to communicatewith man.” 45 color illus., 48 pages.9712-3 Hardcover: $14.95

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More Books Written &

Illustrated

by Paul Goble

All Our RelativesTraditional NativeAmerican Thoughts aboutNatureIncludes actual quotations ofNative American people wholived during the nomadictimes, 23 traditional stories,and original illustrations by the author thatvividly recreate the old “buffalo days”.36 pp.3277-1 $15.95

Custer’s Last BattleRed Hawk’s Account ofthe Battle of the LittleBig HornWritten & Illustrated byPaul Goble.In this commemorativeedition of his firstpublished book, Goble recounts the tale ofCuster’s last battle through the eyes of RedHawk, a fictional young Lakota warrior.Presented in the shorter format that Gobleoriginally intended, and combined with anew author’s introduction and a foreword byJoe Medicine Crow, the Crow tribal historianwhose grandfather was one of Custer’s ownscouts, readers will marvel at this tale ofhonor and bravery.8611-3 Hardcover: $16.95

The Legend of the White BuffaloWomanA beautiful woman appearedto the Lakota people at a timeof great change and suffering.She gave them the pipe thathas been part of their cultureever since, saying WakanTanka, the greatspirit...smoke, and you will know he hearsyou. She is called the White Buffalo Woman.

32pp, color illus.(s)26552-8 Paper: $7.95

Horse RaidThe Making of aWarriorby Paul GobleFor the tribes of theAmerican plains inthe Buffalo Days ofthe pre-reservationlife, horse raiding wasa chance for men to show their courage andbravery in battle. Fourteen year old LoneBull wanted to be a warrior and he knew hecould be victorious in a horse raid if onlygiven the chance. But when Lone Bull’sfather refuses to let his son and his bestfriend join the raid, what do the young boysdo? They set off to follow the group with thehelp of grandfather! Will it all end indisaster?8625-0 Hardcover: $16.95

A Book for ChildrenChildren of the Tipi: Life in theBuffalo Daysby Michael FitzgeraldWhat was it like to grow up in the world ofthe pre-reservation Plains Indians before thecoming of the white man? The authorcombines stunning photographs and simplequotations by Native elders to explain totoday’s youth what life would have been likegrowing up on the American plains.

Designed for 2nd- to3rd-grade readers to readon their own, Childrenof the Tipi includessections on boys andgirls at play, camp life,and the important role ofparents andgrandparents. It features

historical sepia photographs of children atwork and play, as well as detailed colorphotographs of their toys, tools, andeveryday objects. 40pp.8690-0 Hardcover: $15.95

Native AmericanCourtship & Marriageby Leslie GourseA helpful guide for adaptingand incorporating traditionalNative American marriagecustoms into today’s modernweddings. Descriptions ofweddings of the Hopi, Lakota, Iroquois,Oglala and others provide a historic sense ofNative traditions. Includes helpful hints tobrides and grooms on how to weave Nativecustoms, clothing, jewelry and crafts intotheir ceremonies; love songs, poems andstories from the Dakota, Shoshone, Zuni andAlgonquin; plus, recipes for traditional dishesto serve at modern receptions. 128 pp.7170-8 Paper: $11.95

Native American FlagsBy Donald Healy & PeterOrenskiAn encyclopedic look at theflags and histories of 183American Indian tribes.Includes both federallyrecognized tribes and other groups and offersan image of each tribe’s flag and a map oftheir location and a brief summary of thetribe’s history. 192 flags in color, 175 b&willus., 175 maps. Reg. Price: $39.95 (s)3556-4 Paper: $33.95

Living in Two WorldsThe American IndianExperienceby Charles Eastman(Ohiyesa)—Edited byMichael FitzeraldThe author’s compelling story ofembracing a life of traditionalcultural ideals of his nomadic ancestors while livingin the modern industrialized world. Filled withfirst-hand accounts, personal stories, interviews,time lines, maps, and over 275 stunning vintagephotographs and paintings. 226 pp1676-5 Paper: $24.95

Encyclopedia of Native Tribes ofNorth AmericaBy Michael G.JohnsonA completereference source toall of NorthAmerica’s Nativepeoples, beautifullyillustrated byRichard Hookalong withhistorical photos.Includescomprehensiveclassification of languages, color maps,thorough history of each tribe and examplesof tribal dress, art, and more. 319pp, index.307-3 Hardcover: $49.95

Sign Language Among NorthAmerican Indiansby Garrick MalleryFascinating, wide-rangingstudy by expert on thesubject describes and illustrates signs used forspecific words —“antelope,” “brave,” “trade,”“yes,” — for phrases,sentences and evendialogues. Scores ofdiagrams show precise movements of bodyand hands for signing. Reprint of the FirstAnnual Report (1879–80) of the SmithsonianInstitution's Bureau of American Ethnology,Washington, 1881 edition. 320 pages,illustrated.41948-0 Paper: $24.95

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G ene ra l Ame r i c an I nd i an Stud i e sThe Essential Charles EastmanLight on The Indian WorldBy Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa)This completely revised and updated edition combines the mostimportant writings of Charles Eastman (Ohiyesa), the first NativeAmerican author to live simultaneously in both the traditional world ofthe Santee Sioux and the modern civilization of the white man.Ohiyesa’s works represent a complete explanation of the philosophyand moral code of the Plains Indian. 168 pp. 13 photos, index, biblio.1633-8 Paper: $19.95

The Gospel of the RedmanCommemorative Editionby Ernest Thompson SetonErnest Thompson Seton (1860-1946) was one of the earliestsupporters of the political, cultural, and spiritual rights of FirstPeoples. This commemorative edition contains Seton’s drawings ofAmerican Indian motifs, a selection of photographs illustrating hislife, information about his role as founder of the Boy Scouts ofAmerica, and his friendship with prominent American Indianleaders. 168 pp. 21 b&w photos, 65 b&w illustrations by Seton,index, biblio.3276-3 Paper: $17.95

Native American History For DummiesBy Stephen J. Spignesi & Dorothy LippertThis straightforward guide breaks down the ten-thousand-plusyear history and explores their influence on European settlementof the continent. Packed with fascinating facts about functionaland ceremonial clothing, homes and shelters, boat building,mythology, intertribal relations, and more, this book provides aninformative introduction to North America’s first inhabitants.Illus. 384 pp.14841-9 Paper: $19.99

Without ReservationsCartoons by Ricardo Cate (Santo Domingo Pueblo)Over 150 humorous cartoons fill this 96 page bookexpressing humor from Indian Country.

3009-8 Paper: $9.99


Cherokee Legends and the Trail ofTearsTom B. Underwood

First published in 1956, thisbook contains a fascinating,firsthand account of the Trailof Tears by a U.S. soldierwho was there. Classiclegends like How the Earthwas Made" and “Why thePossum’s Tale is Bare” willdelight and entertain. 32 pages4100-1 Paper: $5.95

The Sons of theWindThe Sacred Stories ofthe LakotaEdited by D. M.DoolingPresents the mythologyand sacred spirits of theLakota given by LakotaHoly men over a century

ago. Includes cycles of creation, animals andspirts, the making of the four directions andthe coming of the Real People. 160pp. (n)3224-8 Paper: $19.95

The Mythology of Native NorthAmericaBy David Lemming &Jake PageAn introduction andcommentary on 72 mythsdrawn from a variety ofcultures and languagegroups bring AmericanIndian mythology into themainstream of worldmythology. 224 pp.3239-6 Paper: $19.95

The Myths of theNorth AmericanIndiansBy Spence & LewisRich anthology of themyths and legends of theAlgonquins, Iroquois,Pawnee, and Sioux,prefaced by an extensivehistorical and ethnologicalcommentary. Simply written tales of warriorrivalries, steadfast love, and victory aresuitable reading for young and adult readers.36 illustrations. 480 pp.25967-6 Paper: $15.95

Native AmericanCreation MythsBy Jeremiah CurtinEvery aboriginal nation hasits gods, from whom thepeople receive all that theyhave, and all that theyknow. TraditionalAmerican Indian liferevolved aroundcommunication with divinity, and theseauthentic stories about the origin of the earthand its creatures embody every facet of theirculture — customs, institutions, and art.Unabridged republication of Creation Mythsof Primitive America, Little, Brown, andCompany, Boston, 1898. 384 pages.43736-1 Paper: $14.95

LegendsTold by the Old People ofMany Tribes

Compiled by Adolf

Hungry Wolf24 legends from various tribalgroups and regions. 127pp,illus.116-8 Paper: $9.95

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Christmas Greet ing Cards

Note Cards

Six paintings by Native artist David Craig (Chippewa). Cards are blank inside with roomfor your personal message. Folded size 5 ½” x 4 ¼” high. Packed 8 cards to a set withenvelopes.

NB3101

Morning Song

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Journey’s

Serenade

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Raven’s Song

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Grandfather’s

Vision

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Dream Catcher

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Brave Hearts

Assortment Pack / 8 cards per pack assorted NB3199 $5.95

$5.95 per pack

Warrior’s Give-Away

by Don Brewer (Lakota)CH635 $12.95Merry ChristmasHappy New Year

Following A Star

by King Kuka (Blackfeet)CH612 $12.95

The Love of theGreat Spirit

Shines on Those Who PutTheir Faith andTrust in Him.

See His Beauty,Feel His Beauty,Walk in BeautyAll Year Round

Assorted pack of 12

CardsCH1000 $12.95

Holiday Greeting Cards to wish your friends andfamily peace. Cards are illustrated by Native

American artists and are in full color.

Each pack of 12 cards with envelopes is $12.95.

Winter Camp

by Mark Silversmith(Navajo)

CH1123 $12.95May your home knowthe joy of family andfriends this Holiday

Season

Into The CircleAn Introduction to Native AmericanPowwowsFilmed in Oklahoma, this video takes theviewer from the history of the powwow to thebeauty of this modern day festival of colorand dance. A must for understanding thepowwow structure– grand entry, songstructure, competition and much more. (60min). The DVD includes extended interviewswith elders such as the late Abe Conklin andHarry Buffalohead. (2 hrs.)D105 DVD: $24.95

How to Dance Native American StyleBeginning StepsA perfect tape for beginners; men and womenwith instructors Mike Pahsetopah and NancyScott Fields. (30 min.)D111 DVD: $19.95

Fancy DanceHistory, outfit and dance. Close up and slowmotion sequences show champion dancers inexciting contests. (30min)D119 DVD: $19.95

Native American Men’s &Women’s Dance Styles, Vol 1 & 2Vol. 1 Showcases the 8 competitive dancestyles—Men’s Straight Dance, NorthernTraditional, Grass Dance, Fancy, Women’sSouthern Cloth, Buckskin, Jingle Dress,Fancy Shawl.Vol. 2 includes Hoop dance, Gourd dance,Crow men and women’s traditional, Rabbitdance, Two-step, Round dance, Teamdancing, Tiny-Tots Intertribal. Taped at CrowFair, Denver March Powwow and Oklahomapowwows. (2 hrs.)D10610 DVD: $24.95

How To Make A Native AmericanDance ShawlStep-by-step from selecting materials, cuttingcloth and tying fringe including a wealth ofideas on how to add decoration and how tomake a ribbon work strip. Special knottingtechniques are shown on easy to see, largerthan life models. (30min)D118 DVD: $19.95

Jingle DressFeaturing competition straight and slide step,beautiful outfit close-ups, rolling jingle cones,and history and evolution of the dance. Shotin digital video on location at northernpowwows. 30 min..D149 DVD: $19.95

Fancy Shawl DanceLearn from champion dancers in excitingcontests filmed at northern powwows.Competition footage in Crow hop and straightstep styles with hundreds of colorful outfits.Includes a rare interview with one of theoriginal Fancy Shawl dancers. 30 min.D150 DVD: $19.95

Men’s Southern Straight DanceFrom the producers of Into the Circle andMen’s Northern Styles, the DVD brings the

viewer into the world ofsouthern straight dancewith elder interviews,history, outfits and how todress a straight dancer. 30minD3716 DVD: $19.95


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DVDs — CRAFTS * DANCE * CLOTHING

Men’s Northern StylesTraditional, Grass, Chicken DanceShowcases the northern men’s style ofcompetitive dance including Chicken Dance,the newest style in the powwow arena. ThisDVD captures the beauty and competition ofeach style. Interviews with championdancers, elders and singers explain the historyand outfit. Filmed at northern and Oklahomapowwows. 60 min.D949 DVD: $22.95

The World of American IndianDanceFilmed at Crow Fair, this film aired on NBCin the spring of 2003. Narrated by PeterCoyote and produced by the Oneida Nation,this hour long presentation shows the viewerthe beauty of the powwow with excellentexplanations of powwow structure and dancestyles. 65 min.D49-0 DVD: $21.95

The Making of a Porky Roachwith Kris WoerpolThe porky roach, worn by male dancers, is

the universalheaddress worntoday in the powwowarena. A completeguide toconstruction,includes sorting deerand porky hair,making of ahandwoven base,tying on the hair and

care of the finished roach. (30 min)D120 DVD: $19.95

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HOW TO BEAD — DVD

Each video uses “larger than life” beads tomake it easy to follow along. All areprofessionally produced and include aninstruction sheet and supply list.

Vol 1 – Loom Beadwork (25 min)

D108 DVD: $19.95

Vol 2 – Lazy Stitch Beadwork(30 min)D109 DVD: $19.95

Vol 3 – Peyote Stitch (38 min)D112 DVD: $19.95

Vol 4 – MedallionsBead rosettes using curved lines and floralshapes. (30 min)D114 DVD: $19.95

Vol 5 – AppliqueTwo needle applique stitch for belt buckles,barrettes, and floral work. (30 min).D115 DVD: $19.95

COMPLETE SET OF 5 DVDSD108-115 5 DVDs: $89.75


How to Make MoccasinsHard SoleSimple teaching methods showhow to make a pattern, how toadapt for men & women; anysize and how to adapt to hightop moccasins. Moccasin makerAnnabelle Medicinechips(Cheyenne/Caddo) demonstrates. (30 min).D116 DVD: $19.95

Moccasin Making -Side Seam MoccasinsA Craft Video Of NorthAmerican IndianFootwearDemonstrated by renownedmoccasin maker FrankWhite, this presentationexplains the making of sideseam moccasins; demonstrating differenttypes of leather and materials available. Easyto follow instruction. 55 minD1003 DVD: $19.95

Red Leaf TakojaSong of the HeartbeatHosted by Wes Studi & Howard BadHandThis is a story, told in song,about one of the late 1980sand early 1990s super groupson the powwow trail. Thishour long DVD isaccompanied by an audio CDof Lakota songs recorded atDenver, Rosebud and TaosPowwows. Each song on the DVD iscaptioned in Lakota with English translation.Songs include 9 Lakota Victory songs, GrassDance Song, memorial song, and 8 othersongs. 90 min.D3430-7 DVD & CD: $24.95

Native Spirit andThe Sun Dance Way –2 disc DVD2 disc set tells the story of thepreservation of a cultural andspiritual way of life. The SunDance Way offers uniquephotographs and film footage

of the Sun Dance. 3 hoursD1632-2 DVD: $32.95

These highlight DVDs are compiled frompowwow contest footage at powwows fromOklahoma to Montana, Colorado toWashington D.C., and the Pacific Northwestto Connecticut. These contestantsdemonstrate their winning styles whiledancing to some of the best singing groups inIndian country. Each contest includes entiresong. Each DVD is 2 hours.

Men’s Fancy & Grass DanceDFG11 DVD: $22.95

Men’s Traditional & ChickenDanceDTC12 DVD: $22.95

Women’s Jingle & Fancy ShawlDJF13 DVD: $22.95

Women’s Northern & SouthernTraditionalDWT14 DVD: $22.95

Best of Jingle Dance 2014DJ DVD: $22.95

Best of Chicken Dance 2014DC DVD: $22.95

Best of Men’s Tradtional 2014DT14 DVD: $22.95

Best of Round Bustle 2014DRT14 DVD: $22.95

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Our Spirits Don’t Speak English:Indian Boarding School (DVD)This high definition DVD presents a NativeAmerican perspective onIndian Boarding Schools anduncovers the dark history ofU.S. Government policywhich took Indian childrenfrom their homes, forcedthem into boarding schoolsand enacted a policy ofeducating them in the ways ofWestern society. 80 min.D8043-6 DVD: $29.95

Sitting Bull: A Stonein My HeartExtensive use of first-personnarration taken from SittingBull’s own words presentsthe viewer with an intimateportrait of Sitting Bull in allhis complexities.Enhanced for Wide-screen16:9 (83 min.)D7129-7 DVD: $24.95

The Romance Of A Vanishing Race(DVD)This DVD includesthree historic motionpictures of NativeAmericans and theirlife-style in the early1900s. Featuring TribalChiefs who participatedin the Last Great IndianCouncil and severalwho fought at the Battleof the Little Big Horn.Originally produced on 35mm film, thispriceless footage, recently discovered withinthe lost treasures of the National Archives isre-mastered to include an original musicscore and soundtrack. Running Time 66 Min.D8033-0 DVD $29.95

Black Indians(DVD)

An American StoryNarrated by James Earl

JonesExplores what brought thetwo groups together, whatdrove them apart, and thechallenges that they face today. 60 min.D50036 DVD: $24.95

How To Trace Your NativeAmerican HeritageVideo explains how to obtain a CDIB card,tribal membership, Internet sites and a list ofover 500 federally recognized tribes. 30min.D25637 DVD: $24.95

Native American Healing in the20th CenturyAncient Remedies Now Endorsed byModern MedicineA comprehensive look at the healingpractices of American Indians and how manyof these natural remedies are applicable totoday’s alternative health-conscious society.34min.D80003 DVD: $24.95

Tales of Wonder I & II (DVD)Traditional Native American Stories forChildrenGregg Howard (Cherokee/Powhatan), tellsthese delightful fireside tales from thesoutheast; “Rabbit & The Bear”, “Little GrayBat”, Why Rabbit has a short Tail", “TheRuby Necklace", “Little Turtle”. Vol. 2includes nine fireside stories accompanied byFlutist, William P. Gutierrez. Sketch artistHaley Burke creates drawings as the storiescome to life. “Flying Squirrel” , “Hawk &Hunter”, “Strawberries”, “Daughter of theSun”, “Sky People”, “Democracy”, “DreamCatcher”, “The Ball Game”, “Origin ofBluebonnets”. 120 min.D50135 DVD: $24.95

DVDs — Culture & History

CRAFTS Annual # 1 (out of print)

CRAFTS Annual # 2Blackfeet Women’s Clothing (Complete studyfrom pre 1815 to present), A Grass DanceHarness, Lazy Stitch Beadwork, Ermine SkinDrops. 48pp, 46 photos, 23 illus.CR2 Paper: $7.00

CRAFTS Annual # 3 2nd edition

Gourd Stitch (Complete instructions on gourdstitch, including basics, expansion, Comanchestitch.), A Simple Sioux Doll (Illustrationsand patterns), Hand Tied Ladies’ Shawls(instructions)48pp., 41 B&W photos, 35 color photos, 37illus.CR3 Paper: $8.00

CRAFTS Annual # 4 (2nd ed)Cheyenne Ladies’ Leggings, The Bustle:1885-1920, Hair Drops, Fancy Dancer RockerSpreaders, An Early Assiniboine Headdress,Tipi Bags.Color cover, 67 illus, 37 b&w photos, 6 colorphotos, 52 pp. All 6 articles in CRAFTS # 4CR4 Paper: $7.00

CRAFTS Annual # 8Cheyenne Cradle BoardsIroquois ClothingBeaded Saddle & BlanketBeaded Hand-JewelryHand DrumsRawhide Hats57 color photos, 63 b&w illus.48 pagesCR8 $8.00

CRAFTS Annual # 5 - 2nd edition

Jingle Dress (Comprehensive analysis ofjingle dress styles and constructiontechniques; color photos), MoccasinConstruction—Dusters Southern PlainsMoccasins, Flat Fan Construction, CopperBracelets, Osceola’s Clothes.Color cover, 59 illus, 36 b&w photos, 22color photos, 48pp.All 5 articles in CRAFTS # 5.CR5 Paper: $7.00

CRAFTS Annual # 6—2ND Edition

Cheyenne Soft Cradle Covers, Capotes,Painted Rawhide Knife Sheath, Sioux HairOrnament, Pair of Sioux Leggings, SouthernCheyenne Women’s Leggings, Sewing Kit.Color cover, 67 illus., 20 b&w photos, 13color photos, 52pp.5 articles in CRAFTS Annual # 6CR6 Paper: $8.00

CRAFTS Annual # 7Heddle Loom Beadwork, Beaded Belt

Pouches, Kiowa Backrest, Snow Snake

Game, Small Decorated Bags, Quirts &

Whips, A Crow Dress, Circa 1870, Cheyenne

Bow Case & Quiver, c 1880, Blackfeet

Bonnet48pp, Profusely illustrated.9 articles in CRAFTS Annual # 7.CR7 $7.00

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