Games Of The North American Indians (LARGE PRINT EDITION)

Games Of The North American Indians (LARGE PRINT EDITION)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Games of the North American Indians is a comprehensive and detailed account of the traditional games played by various Native American tribes across North America. Written by Stewart Culin, an expert in the field of ethnography and anthropology, this book explores the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples of North America through their games and sports.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history and origins of Native American games, the rules and strategies of different games, the equipment and materials used, and the social and cultural significance of these games. It also provides detailed descriptions of specific games played by different tribes, such as lacrosse, hoop and pole, hand games, and stick games.This large print edition of the book is ideal for readers who have difficulty reading small text, and it features clear and easy-to-read fonts. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, history, and traditions, as well as for researchers and scholars in the fields of anthropology, ethnography, and sports studies.(LARGE PRINT EDITION) Twenty-Fourth Annual Report Of The Bureau Of American Ethnology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Book information

ISBN: 9781169920637
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 790
Language: English
Number of pages: 828
Weight: 2177g
Height: 215mm
Width: 279mm
Spine width: 44mm