How much do you really know about totem poles, tipis, and Tonto? There
are hundreds of Native tribes in the Americas, and there may be
thousands of misconceptions about Native customs, culture, and history.
In this illustrated guide, experts from Smithsonian's National Museum of
the American Indian debunk common myths and answer frequently asked
questions about Native Americans past and present. Readers will discover
the truth about everything from kachina dolls to casinos, with answers
to nearly 100 questions, including: Did Indians really sell Manhattan
for twenty-four dollars worth of beads and trinkets? Are dream catchers
an authentic tradition? Do All Indians Live in Tipis? Second Edition
features short essays, mostly Native-authored, that cover a range of
topics including identity; origins and histories; clothing, housing, and
food; ceremony and ritual; sovereignty; animals and land; language and
education; love and marriage; and arts, music, dance, and sports.