Shadow Catcher: How Edward S. Curtis Documented American Indian Dignity and Beauty (Captured History) - Softcover

Burgan, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0756549981 ISBN 13: 9780756549985

Publisher: Compass Point Books, 2015

Synopsis

At the turn of the 20th century, photographer Edward S. Curtis devoted his life to learning all he could about American Indians and sharing it with world. He took his first photo of an American Indian in 1895, and for the next 30 years he traveled the West and north to Alaska to chronicle traditional native culture. The result was a magnificent―and controversial―20-volume project, The North American Indian. While some scholars and American Indians found fault with the work Curtis published, many others greatly appreciated it. His grand endeavor was nearly forgotten when he died in 1952, but Curtis' rediscovered photographs are now recognized as treasures that will live forever.

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Book Description:

Primary source quotes Outstanding photographs Engaging narrative nonfiction Maps Extensive research Expert consultation Common core features for informational text

Primary source quotes Outstanding photographs Engaging, narrative nonfiction Maps Extensive research Expert consultation

· Popular award-winning series with starred reviews · Common Core connection: includes timelines and primary sources · Art, history and literacy combine in one series

About the Author:

Michael Burgan has written numerous books for children and young adults during his nearly 20 years as a freelance writer. Many of his books have focused on U.S. history, geography, and the lives of world leaders. Michael has won several awards for his writing, and his graphic novel version of the classic tale Frankenstein (Stone Arch Books) was a Junior Library Guild selection.  Michael graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s degree in history. He lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with his cat, Callie.

About this edition

• Publisher: Compass Point Books
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0756549981
• ISBN 13: 9780756549985
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64