Peter Nabokov ist Professor für American Indian Studies und World Arts and Cultures an der UCLA. Seine früheren Bücher erforschten die Geschichte und Kultur der amerikanischen Ureinwohner, wobei er sich auf deren Zeugnisse, Architektur und Lebensgeschichten konzentrierte. Er taucht tief in die tiefgreifenden Verbindungen zwischen Natur, Spiritualität und Kunst innerhalb indigener Traditionen ein. Seine Arbeit bietet wertvolle Einblicke in den Reichtum und die Vielfalt indigener Kulturen.
This classic collection offers a comprehensive overview of over 500 years of Native American history, highlighting the diverse cultures, struggles, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. The author delves into significant events and themes that have shaped Native American experiences, providing readers with a rich, nuanced understanding of their history and heritage. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, the book serves as a vital resource for anyone interested in the complexities of Native American life and history.
For many people, Native American architecture calls to mind the wigwam, tipi, iglu, and pueblo. Yet the richly diverse building traditions of Native Americans encompass much more, including specific structures for sleeping, working, worshipping, meditating, playing, dancing, lounging, giving birth, decision-making, cleansing, storing and preparing food, caring for animals, and honoring the dead. In effect, the architecture covers all facets of Indian life. The collaboration between an architect and an anthropologist, Native American Architecture presents the first book-length, fully illustrated exploration of North American Indian architecture to appear in over a century. Peter Nabokov and Robert Easton together examine the building traditions of the major tribes in nine regional areas of the continent from the huge plank-house villages of the Northwest Coast to the moundbuilder towns and temples of the Southeast, to the Navajo hogans and adobe pueblos of the Southwest. Going beyond a traditional survey of buildings, the book offers a broad, clear view into the Native American world, revealing a new perspective on the interaction between their buildings and culture. Looking at Native American architecture as more than buildings, villages, and camps, Nabokov and Easton also focus on their use of space, their environment, their social mores, and their religious beliefs. Each chapter concludes with an account of traditional Indian building practices undergoing a revival or in danger today. The volume also includes a wealth of historical photographs and drawings (including sixteen pages of color illustrations), architectural renderings, and specially prepared interpretive diagrams which decode the sacred cosmology of the principal house types.
Exploring the unique perspectives of American Indians, this book delves into how they recorded and shared their histories through their distinct cultural lenses. It highlights the diverse methods of storytelling, oral traditions, and the significance of these narratives in preserving identity and heritage. By focusing on indigenous interpretations, the work challenges conventional historical narratives and emphasizes the importance of understanding history from the viewpoints of those who lived it.
Exploring the sacred landscapes of Native America, this book highlights the deep spiritual connections between Indigenous cultures and their environments. Peter Nabokov, a respected scholar and anthropologist, examines various revered locations, from California's high country to Arizona's Rainbow Canyon. Each chapter reveals the myths, legends, and rituals that have shaped the relationship between Native Americans and their land, emphasizing the cultural significance and the threats these landscapes face today.
Spanning thousands of years, this comprehensive history of the diverse native American cultures ranges from the time when humans first set foot in America and provides incisive analyses of modern-day issues and problems. TV tie-in. 250,000 first printing.
Two Leggings was a legendary Crow warrior who lived in the 19th century. In this beautifully written biography, Peter Nabokov brings his story to life, tracing his rise from a young boy to a respected warrior and leader. With a keen sense of history and a talent for storytelling, Nabokov paints a vivid picture of Two Leggings and the world in which he lived. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Native American culture and the warrior tradition.
The narrative explores the cultural transition and assimilation experienced by an Acoma Pueblo Indian family, offering a deep insight into their traditions and struggles. Through their journey, the book highlights the complexities of identity and the impact of external influences on indigenous communities. It captures the rich heritage of the Acoma people while addressing contemporary challenges, making it a poignant reflection on the intersection of culture and change.
