Taylor, Colin F

Presents a photographic survey of the history and culture of the Native American tribes of the Southeast, Southwest, Great Plains, Plateau, and Basin.

Contains eight chapters that consider elements crucial to the life of the plains indians: From Whence We Came, Social and Ceremonial Organization, Religion and Ceremonial, Women and Children in Plains Society, Decorative Arts, The Way to Status, Men's Ceremonial Regalia, and The Winds of Change.

Discusses the creation mythology and worldview of native Americans by examining each of nine cultural regions in North America.

An illustrated study of early Native American peoples, comparing and contrasting various aspects of their lives in nine cultural areas including recreation, domestic life, war, trade, and religion.

An illustrated overview of Native American weapons that describes their history and purpose, covering striking, cutting, piercing, defensive, and symbolic weapons.

Surveys the food, family life, housing, clothing, religion, art, and other aspects of the Plains Indians, focusing on the height of their culture between 1820-1880.