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Discovering Native North American Cultures
Discovering Native North American Cultures
Book Category:
Juvenile Nonfiction > History > United States > General
Author:
Ciovacco, Justine
ISBN 13:
9781622758258
Publication Year:
2015

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Rosen Publishing Group.

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This insightful guide explores the pre-Columbian native civilizations that thrived in North America, revealing a diverse range of cultures, languages, and customs. Particularly interesting is the examination of the various adaptations necessary for life in a continent that ranges from the arctic to the sub-tropic, including effective techniques for farming, fishing, and hunting. The devastating impact of European contact and conquest is described, as is the inspiring 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.