American Indian History Day by Day - A Reference Guide to Events (Hardcover)

This unique, day-by-day compilation of important events helps students understand and appreciate five centuries of Native American history. Encompassing more than 500 years, American Indian History Day by Day: A Reference Guide to Events is a marvelous research tool. Students will learn what occurred on a specific day, read a brief description of events, and find suggested books and websites they can turn to for more information. The guide's unique treatment and chronological arrangement make it easy for students to better understand specific events in Native American history and to trace broad themes across time. The book covers key occurrences in Native American history from 1492 to the present. It discusses native interactions with European explorers, missionaries and colonists, as well as the shifting Indian policies of the U.S. government since the nation's founding. Contemporary events, such as the opening of Indian casinos, are also covered. In addition to accessing comprehensive information about frequently researched topics in Native American history, students will benefit from discussions of lesser-known subjects and events whose causes and significance are often misunderstood. A chronology provides an at-a-glance overview of 500 years of Native American history A bibliography that guides students and other researchers to print and online resources for further information

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Press
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	October 2012
First published:	October 2012
Authors:	Roger M. Carpenter
Dimensions:	254 x 183 x 30mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	429
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-38222-2
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Encyclopaedias & reference works > Reference works > General Books > Humanities > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Indigenous peoples Books > History > History of specific subjects > Social & cultural history Promotions
LSN:	0-313-38222-0
Barcode:	9780313382222

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