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by Martha Wilson Hamilton. Softbound, 238 pages, 220 illustrations, 8" x 10". Charles Hanson from the Museum of the Fur Trade calls it “monumental in its scholarship and coverage. Documents over 250 trade silver makers, their marks, biographiesand works. Explains trade patterns, production techniques, chronology of forms and the use of medals. Explains the significance of trade silver within Native religions.

by N. Jaye Fredrickson and Sandra Gibb. Softbound, 168 pages, 9" x 6". Indian trade silver is a fascinating and little known part of our cultural heritage, a product of the interaction between two profoundly different cultures during the European settlement of North America. Produced by both European and colonial silversmiths, as well as by the Iroquois, silver ornaments designed specifically for the fur trade included broaches, gorgets, armbands, legbands, earrings, nose rings, crosses and settlement of North America. Produced by both European and colonial silversmiths, as well as by the Iroquois, silver ornaments designed specifically for the fur trade included broaches, gorgets, armbands, legbands, earrings, nose rings, crosses and headbands. 261 illustrations, 12 in color, showing the various forms of silver traded and how it was worn, this is a remarkably beautiful book.

by W. H. Carter, revised and edited by Lar Hothem. Softbound, 218 pages, 5" x 8". This is a revised reprint of the long-established work by W. H. Carter, collector and researcher from Ontario, Canada. The book discusses the Chain of Friendship, gift-giving and trade between Indians and Whites, which often involved silver objects and ornaments. Important topics are covered, including early fur-trade routes, trading post sites in the Great Lakes region, silversmiths’ marks and tools, lists of traders, how certain trade silver items were made and how some ornaments were worn, common and rare silver objects, finishing of ornaments, Indian silversmiths, and much more. It provides an informed and accurate glimpse of Northwoods commerce in the 1700’s and the silver objects that made it all possible.

by Mari Sandoz.  Softbound, 192 pages, 5" x 8".  Without ever leaving the world of a Cheyenne tribe in the 1830's, the author creates a youthful protagonist many readers will recognize in themselves.  Young Elk is expected to be a warrior, but killing even an enemy sickens him. He would rather catch and tame the mustangs that run in herds.  His determination to be a horsecatcher will require a moral and physical courage equal to that of any warrior. (Fiction)

by Mari Sandoz. Softbound, 290 pages, 5" X 8".  The Chicago  Sunday Tribune says that "This great story of the struggle of a small band of homesick, mistreated, half-starved Indians against the military might of a major nation takes on the stature of an American epic." (Fiction)

by Adolf Hungry Wolf. Softbound, 71 pages, 5" x 8". A collection of twenty-two legends from thirteen western tribes including “First Creator and Lone Man”, “Origin of the Sweat Lodge”, “Coyote & Rattlesnake”, “How Old Man Above Created World”, “Quarrel  of Sun and Moon”. (Fiction)

by Linda A. Holley. Softbound, 248 pages, 6" x 9". A guide to the history of tepees. From the first tipis made of buffalo or elk hide to the cloth tipis of today. A fresh look at the rich history and evolution of this ancient dwelling that has been used since the dawn of human civilization. 50 color and black and white photographs, 100 line drawings.

by Daniel G. Brinton. Hardbound, 260 pages, 6" x 9". First printed in 1885. The Lenape (or Delaware) Indians were the dominant tribe of Pennsylvania during the 17th and 18th centuries. This is the story of the Lenape people and their will to stay free. It was the love for their homeland that caused the Lenape to fight to the death for their home and hunting grounds. The Walum Olum portion consists of over 70 pages of the photographic story in bright red on one side with detailed translation on the right. Also includes 20 page vocabulary of Delaware to English word translations.

by Henry R. Herman. Softbound, 109 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". This book contains everything a flutist needs to know to thoroughly enjoy an amazing instrument that is rapidly growing in popularity throughout the U.S. and other parts of the world. Includes details on playing, making, and caring for the flute, along with references to literature, CD's, videos, internet sites, and over 300 companies which will assist both beginners and accomplished flutists.

by John Baldwin. Hardbound, 80 pages, 8-1/2" x 11". Presented here are over 800 images of Indian pipes and over 300 vintage photographs of Indians holding their pipes. This book features historic American Indian smoking pipes. These pipes and their decorative stems were smoked by the Indians in ceremonies, rituals and for pleasure. From the first pre-historic pipes up to and including early reservation pipes made from all kinds of pipestone. A compliment to Pipe Bags also by Baldwin (Log Cabin #702887). These pipes are colorful, high art forms that celebrate the act of drawing and then puffing smoke spirits, representing one's deepest sacred thoughts.

by Robert J. Conley. Softbound, 265 pages, 6" x 9". An excellent sorce of Cherokee history presented in thirty-one short stories each with a source list and suggested list for further reading. Text also contains numerous appendices for quick reference. A great resource for students and teachers of American history.

by Alan Fitzpatrick. Softbound, 6" x 9", 375 pages. Based on 144 never-before-published primary source documents from the Haldimand Papers of the British War Library. The reader will hear the voices of Native American chiefs and war captains as they responded in council to "the quarrel between white brothers", the verbatim speaches of dozens of orators from a host of Indian tribes. Appealing to the scholar, the student of the American Revolution, the history buff and those who wish to learn more about American native peoples from a by-gone era.

by Michael L. Pitzer. Softbound, 172 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". How to portray an Eastern woodland warrior, a valuable resource with tips you won't find elsewhere. The guidance provided in this book will save you time, money and emberrassment by showing you how to do it right the first time. Includes such topics as: creating your persona, making clothing and gear, paint & scalplocks and much, much more. If you are considering becoming a living history interpreter of the Eastern Woodlands warrior, this is the book for you.

by Zitkala-Sa. Softbound, 89 pages, 5-1/2" x 8-1/2". Perhaps the first work of literature by an American Indian that did not involve a non-Native collaborator, this important collection includes wistful autobiographical tales, traditional short stories, and pointed political writings. The author, a Sioux woman who left her reservation at the age of 8 to attend a harsh Quaker school struggled to find a balance between her heritage and American culture. These stories are a testimony to her triumph over hatred and disillusionment.