The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore: The Perfect Guide

The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore: The Perfect Guide to Creating Your Own Indian-Style Artifacts

A fascinating introduction to a variety of Native American projects and history!

Learn everything there is to know about Indian crafts and lore. Julian Harris Salomon takes you on a breathtaking journey of Native American customs and traditions. Originally published in 1928, this book is filled with dozens of illustrations portraying Indian art that will help you learn about traditional creations and customs. See why camp directors and leaders of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts look to Indian lore to enrich their programs in handicrafts, ceremonial studies, and geography. Some of the many projects featured include:

Crafting eagle-feather bonnets
Building campfires
Making bow and arrows
Constructing tipis and wigwams

Adults and children alike will learn about the history behind each and every project. Why are dance ceremonies an integral part of Native American culture? Why did the Indians prefer using a bow and arrows for survival in an age when muskets were the norm? Explore the numerous methods and instructions for an assortment of games and sports, such as lacrosse, football race, and toss and catch. These particular games and dances werenâ€™t just for entertainment; they were also performed to avert disaster, heal the sick, and summon rain.

The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore isnâ€™t just an instructional piece, but an anthropologistâ€™s companion. It is a book of wonder containing valuable research and information you wonâ€™t find anyplace else.
Country USA
Brand Skyhorse
Manufacturer Skyhorse Publishing
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber B&W illustrations throughout
ReleaseDate 2015-01-20
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781629145778

Country	USA
Brand	Skyhorse
Manufacturer	Skyhorse Publishing
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	B&W illustrations throughout
ReleaseDate	2015-01-20
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781629145778

The Book of Indian Crafts and Indian Lore: The Perfect Guide to Creating Your Own Indian-Style Artifacts

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