Discovering native North American cultures
By: Justine Ciovacco
Edition: First edition.
Series: Exploring Ancient Civilizations -- v. 1; Exploring ancient civilizations
Publisher: Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Published: 2015
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781622758227; 9781622758258; 9781622758241; 9781622758234
Subjects: JUVENILE NONFICTION; Juvenile literature; Indians of North America; General
Description: This book explores the pre-Columbian native civilizations that thrived in North America, revealing a diverse range of cultures, languages, and customs. The devastating impact of European contact and conquest is described, as is the story of cultural survival in the face of near extinction. The modern life of native North American peoples and the ways in which they are keeping their heritage alive are also celebrated.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: The first peoples of the Americas; title: Groups spread to different parts of North America; title: The Europeans arrive in North America; title: Native Americans' relationship with the United States; title: Native Americans today.