Arthur Johnson Memorial Library

Pocket Handbook Indians of the Southwest Edited by Bertha P. Dutton - Santa Fe, New Mexico Southwestern Association on Indian Affairs, Inc. 1965 - 160 p. - Pocket Handbook .

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File location is in the New Mexico file Cabinet

Preface
Acknowledgement
Introduction
The Pueblos
The Navahos
The Apaches
The Utes
The Pimans
Indian arts and crafts
Map
The genuine and the imitation in Indian Arts and Crafts
Katsina Figures
The Changing Indian
Calendar of Indian Ceremonies
Suggested Reading list


She discusses the history and current status of each group of native southwestern Indians, including those who no longer exist or who have merged with other groups. She skillfully guides us through the web of Indian prehistory and history, from creation myths and other legends through the development of language groups and the building of the first pueblos, to the disruption of Native American life by outside encroachment and invasion. Her comprehensive account of Indian history is coupled with an insightful commentary on contemporary Indian life and issues, including tribal governments and their relations with the U.S. federal government, as well as economic and social concerns.


Pueblo Indians
Navajo Indians
Apache Indians
Ute Indians
Piman Indians
Indian Arts and Crafts
Indian Myths and Legends
Indian Life and Customs

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