Description
A Companion to American Indian History captures the thematic breadth of Native American history during the last forty years. Twenty-five original essays by leading scholars within the field, both American Indian and non-American Indian, bring an exhilarating up to date point of view to Native American histories that were at one time related exclusively by Euro-American settlers.
- Contains 25 original essays by leading experts in Native American history.
- Covers the breadth of American Indian history, including contacts with settlers, religion, circle of relatives, economy, law, education, gender issues, and culture.
- Surveys and evaluates the most efficient scholarship on each and every necessary era and topic.
- Summarizes current debates and anticipates long run concerns.