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A brief biography of the famous leader of the Shawnee who tried to get other tribes to join him in opposing the Europeans who wanted to take their land.

Provides information on natural areas in the U.S., focusing on the East and Northeast, that are of preservation concern, including nature preserves, state or national parks, wildlife habitats, and scenic vistas, describing the importance of each site, its plants and animals, and threats to its survival. Includes notes on location and access methods, and tips for visitors.

Offers a brief introduction to the history, culture, and lifestyle of the Shawnee Indians.

Introduces butterfly species found east of the Great Plains, from Greenland to Canada accompanied by 348 range maps, photos, and illustrations.

Discusses the origins, ceremonies, festivals, and leadership of the Shawnee people, as well as their relationships with European settlers.

Discusses the history, culture, beliefs, changing ways, and notable people of the Shawnee.

Explores more than 200 national park areas east of the Mississippi, including maps and a chart that provides an at-a-glance summary of each park's resources.

A comprehensive study of the history, culture, geography, and social and family life of Native Americans including the structure of their societies, ceremonies and rituals, warfare, and intertribal trade and conflicts.

Contains portraits and descriptions of over six hundred birds found in Eastern North America, providing information about physical characteristics, voice, and range of each, and includes brief family accounts and maps.

A discussion of the Indians of the eastern part of North America, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended readings and web sites, and index.