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Games Of The North American Indians

Games Of The North American Indians

Culin, Stewart

Hardcover

Native American HistorySports General

ISBN10: 1161610138
ISBN13: 9781161610130
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 830
Weight: 3.04
Height: 2.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Games of the North American Indians is a comprehensive study of the traditional games played by various indigenous tribes across North America. The book is authored by Stewart Culin, a renowned ethnographer and expert on Native American culture, who conducted extensive research on the subject in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book covers a wide range of games, including ball games, dice games, board games, and games of chance. It provides detailed descriptions of the rules, equipment, and cultural significance of each game, as well as the various strategies and techniques used by players. In addition to the games themselves, the book also delves into the social, religious, and economic contexts in which they were played. It explores the role of games in promoting community bonding, resolving conflicts, and passing on cultural traditions from one generation to the next. Games of the North American Indians is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, anthropology, or the history of games. It is a fascinating and informative read that sheds light on a little-known aspect of American history and provides insight into the rich and diverse traditions of indigenous peoples.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.

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