A Guide to Contemporary Southwest IndiansDiscover the diversity of Indian tribes living in the Southwest. Historian Bernard Fontana explores the distinctive cultures of this region, explaining various reservation and tribal activities available to the public with an insider's knowledge of culture and etiquette. Hiking, birding, horseback riding, boating, and fishing--along with many other recreational pastimes and cultural celebrations--are profiled in A Guide to Contemporary Southwest Indians. More than 100 color photographs celebrate the beautiful area these people call home. |
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