9781926696133 - in the shadow of our ancestors: the inventions and genius of the first peoples di arthurson, wayne (23 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Searching through the annals of North American history uncovers the diverse and astounding contributions by the Natives of the Americas who formed the world we know today. In the Shadow of Our Ancestors explores the rich history of the indigenous peoples of North America and leaves us in awe of their stunning achievements and inventions: * The Great Law of Peace -- The ideals, words and symbols of the Iroquois Confederacy inspired the governments of the New World to form democracies that recognized, in their constitutions, the rights of all people * Potatoes -- The lowly potato, a staple food of Natives for almost 15,000 years, was unknown outside the Americas until Europeans arrived; now, with almost 4000 varieties, it is the fourth most-consumed agricultural product in the world * Sacagawea -- The settlement of western North America was inspired and influenced by the results of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the early 1800s, with the journey's success made possible because of a Native woman named Sacagawea, whose presence paved the way for the explorers to be seen as a peaceful party.…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Searching through the annals of North American history uncovers the diverse and astounding contributions by the Natives of the Americas who formed the world we know today. In the Shadow of Our Ancestors explores the rich history of the indigenous peoples of North America and leaves us in awe of their stunning achievements and inventions: * The Great Law of Peace -- The ideals, words and symbols of the Iroquois Confederacy inspired the governments of the New World to form democracies that recognized, in their constitutions, the rights of all people * Potatoes -- The lowly potato, a staple food of Natives for almost 15,000 years, was unknown outside the Americas until Europeans arrived; now, with almost 4000 varieties, it is the fourth most-consumed agricultural product in the world * Sacagawea -- The settlement of western North America was inspired and influenced by the results of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the early 1800s, with the journey's success made possible because of a Native woman named Sacagawea, whose presence paved the way for the explorers to be seen as a peaceful party. Native culture influenced the U.S. constitution, the American Federal system and the modern environmental movement. The world without kayaks, rubber syringes, chocolateand chewing gum were it not for the contributions of Native civilizations. in the Shadow of Our Ancestors explores the rich history of North America's first peoples, along witht he debt the modern world owes their stunning achievements. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Condizione: New. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 142 x 18. Weight in Grams: 292. . 2011. First Edition. Paperback. . . . .

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. In Very Good Used Condition. With Minor Shelf Wear To Edges and/or Turned Corners. - For More Information On Condition. Please See All Photos. ~ Vintage 1974 An Unread Copy Invaluable firsthand account of two journeys (1845-48) by Canadian artist through Northwest Territories of Canada and the U.S. Wealth of information on Indian life and customs, myths, hunting rituals, etc., interwoven with gripping accounts of incredible hardships: hostile tribes, lack of food, ferocious animals, much more. Rare, important ethnological sourcebook that is also a riveting adventure story.…

Condizione: New. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBJK; HBTB; JFSL9. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 210 x 142 x 18. Weight in Grams: 292. . 2011. First Edition. Paperback. . . . .

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Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. Clean, tight, unmarked; absolute minimal wear; appears unread; A search through the annals of North American history uncovers the diverse and astounding contributions by the Natives of the Americas who formed the world we know today. The Great Law of Peace: The ideals, words and symbols of the Iroquois Confederacy inspired the governments of the New World to form democracies that recognized, in their constitutions, the rights of all people; Cure for Scurvy: Trapped by the winter ice and dying of scurvy Jacques cartier and his men were saved by the Iroquois: Chief Donnacona gave thema tea made from the needles of the white cedar tree, which have a hight concentration of vitamin C; Other chapters include Potatoes, Kayaks, and Code Talkers.…

Soft cover. Condizione: Near Fine. First Edition. SUBTITLED: ` The Inventions and Genius of the First Peoples'. The author of these 263 pages , includes a section of `notes on sources' - is Metis. He examines maize, Sacagawea, and aspects of New France to outline accomplishments by Native Americans. Read more about : zoonotic diseases, kayak, code-talkers, potato, Cayuga, Deganawidah the Peacemaker, milpa, quinine, Clovis culture, and Haudenosaunee. Text accompaned by a handful of b/w photograhs and maps. Cond ; paper wrapper is brown with lemon yellow lettering. Tight, bright, square and clean in ALL respects. Giftable. Quote (p. 157) : " Even though Rolfe and his later counterparts had learned how to grow and cure tobacco, it was still a serious challenge to meet the demand from England. Tobacco farming and curing is extremely labor intensive, and there weren't enough ._._._. ." Size: 8vo. B/W Plates (illustratore). …

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Searching through the annals of North American history uncovers the diverse and astounding contributions by the Natives of the Americas who formed the world we know today. In the Shadow of Our Ancestors explores the rich history of the indigenous peoples of North America and leaves us in awe of their stunning achievements and inventions: * The Great Law of Peace -- The ideals, words and symbols of the Iroquois Confederacy inspired the governments of the New World to form democracies that recognized, in their constitutions, the rights of all people * Potatoes -- The lowly potato, a staple food of Natives for almost 15,000 years, was unknown outside the Americas until Europeans arrived; now, with almost 4000 varieties, it is the fourth most-consumed agricultural product in the world * Sacagawea -- The settlement of western North America was inspired and influenced by the results of the Lewis and Clark expedition in the early 1800s, with the journey's success made possible because of a Native woman named Sacagawea, whose presence paved the way for the explorers to be seen as a peaceful party. Native culture influenced the U.S. constitution, the American Federal system and the modern environmental movement. The world without kayaks, rubber syringes, chocolateand chewing gum were it not for the contributions of Native civilizations. in the Shadow of Our Ancestors explores the rich history of North America's first peoples, along witht he debt the modern world owes their stunning achievements. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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