The Makah Indians - Elizabeth Colson - Bog

The Makah Indians: A Study Of An Indian Tribe In Modern American Society by Elizabeth Colson is a comprehensive analysis of the Makah Indian tribe's history, culture, and contemporary social and economic conditions. The book explores the tribe's traditional way of life, including their hunting and fishing practices, and their interactions with neighboring Native American tribes and European settlers.Colson also examines the impact of modernization and assimilation on the Makah people, including the effects of government policies and programs on their social and economic well-being. She discusses the challenges the tribe has faced, such as poverty, unemployment, and the loss of traditional cultural practices, and how they have adapted to these challenges.The book draws on extensive fieldwork conducted by Colson, including interviews with tribal members and observations of their daily lives. It also includes historical documents, photographs, and maps to provide a rich and detailed account of the Makah tribe's past and present.Overall, The Makah Indians: A Study Of An Indian Tribe In Modern American Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Native American history and culture, as well as the broader issues of cultural preservation, economic development, and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.