Texts of important primary sources illustrating the relationship between Native Americans and the federal government. In addition to an indepth chronology, this book contains bibliographies, introductory historical essays, excerpts from important speeches, copies of relevant historical documents, and citations to legal cases. The volume takes a broad view of religion, and includes entries on social ceremonies and activities on medicine. No myths or texts of prayers, songs, etc. are listed or discussed. This encyclopedia contains articles on subjects such as art, economic conditions, education policy, government policy, health, legislation and law, public opinion, religion, and reservations as they relate to Native Americans.
Articles are generally short, and conclude with bibliographies for further reading.
This volume does not contain any biographies. It traces each history and tries to place the history of Native Americans in the larger world context. Contains a bibliography and an index. Gives an overview of the current situation for Native Americans, a detailed chronology, biographical sketches, a directory of organizations and agencies, and annotated lists of additional resources. Excerpts from speeches by American presidents are included, as are tables giving historical statistics and figures.