Criticism, Native American 

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American Indians - The First Nations is a richly illustrated introduction to the life, myth and art of the indigenous peoples of the USA and Canada -- who despite their many differences have in common a profound appreciation of life, death and the cosmos, and the interconnectedness of all things material and spiritual.

-Introduces the Native American peoples in all their variety -- from the Inuit of the Canadian Arctic to the Pueblo Indians of the southwestern desert

-Explores key themes such as the sacred landscape, medicine wheels, totems, the Ghost Dance and the sacred pipe -- as well as heroes and tricksters such as Thunderbird, Raven, Turtle and Coyote

-Presents, with fascinating commentary, the broad repertoire of Native American sacred symbols, motifs and patterns

-Sets the artistry of the Native North Americans against the background of their mythology, lore, wisdom, warfare and spirituality

- Captures the highlights of this rich and varied heritage in specially commissioned artworks as well as more than 80 magnificent photographs - from Amzon