The Native Tribes of North America: A Concise Encyclopedia

This concise reference, covering all 376 recognized tribes of the North American continent, examines tribal language, history, culture, and governments. After an overview of a region and language, each tribe is described. The book also explores the Native Americans and their place in U.S. and Canadian history, and concludes with a discussion of Native Americans in modern culture. Illustrations and photos included.

With four color art throughout, this is a remarkable encyclopedia on North American Indians from the Arctic Circle to the Rio Grands. Organized by the diversity of language group within different geographical regions, the classic reference includes regional maps, rare early photographs, and an illustrated glossary.