Publisher's Synopsis
""Indians of the Southwest"" is a comprehensive book written by Harold Kellogg that explores the history, culture, and traditions of the indigenous peoples who have inhabited the southwestern region of the United States for thousands of years. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of the Southwest's native peoples, their social and political systems, their religious beliefs and practices, and their interactions with European explorers and settlers.Kellogg provides a detailed examination of the various tribes and nations that have called the Southwest home, including the Navajo, Hopi, Apache, Pueblo, and Zuni peoples. He also delves into the impact of Spanish colonization on these groups, as well as the conflicts and alliances that emerged between native peoples and the United States government in the 19th and 20th centuries.Throughout the book, Kellogg draws on a wealth of primary sources, including firsthand accounts from explorers and missionaries, as well as archaeological evidence and oral histories passed down through generations of indigenous peoples. His writing is both informative and engaging, offering readers a rich and nuanced understanding of the complex and diverse cultures of the Southwest's native peoples.Overall, ""Indians of the Southwest"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the indigenous peoples of the United States, particularly those who call the Southwest home.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.