Culture and Customs of the Apache Indians (Hardcover)

Written for high school students and general readers alike, this insightful treatment links the storied past of various Apache tribes with their life in contemporary times. Written for high school students and general readers alike, Culture and Customs of the Apache Indians links the storied past of the Apaches with contemporary times. It covers modern-day Apache culture and customs for all eight tribes in Arizona, New Mexico, and Oklahoma since the end of the Apache wars in the 1880s. Highlighting tribal religion, government, social customs, lifestyle, and family structures, as well as arts, music, dance, and contemporary issues, the book helps readers understand Apaches today, countering stereotypes based on the 18th- and 19th-century views created by the popular media. It demonstrates that Apache communities are contributing members of society and that, while their culture and customs are based on traditional ways, they live and work in the modern world. Takes an in-depth look at the Apache language today Discusses modern-day Apache artists, writers, musicians, and tribal leaders Contains an assortment of historical and modern photographs as well as charts and illustrations Provides a chronology of major historical events

General

Imprint:	Greenwood Press
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Cultures and Customs of the World
Release date:	December 2010
First published:	December 2010
Authors:	Veronica E. Verlade Tiller
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 12mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	172
ISBN-13:	978-0-313-36452-5
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Cultural studies > General Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Indigenous peoples Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Social institutions > Customs & folklore > Customs Promotions
LSN:	0-313-36452-4
Barcode:	9780313364525

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