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The Native Americans: An Illustrated History

The first project in a year-long initiative devoted to Native Americans by Turner Broadcasting. Written by well-known authorities in Indian history and culture, this comprehensive volume spans thousands of years. Lavishly illustrated with photos and works by both comtemporary and historical artists.

Subject
historyanthropology
Genre
historical fiction
Themes
american historyartnative american
Setting
USA
Audience
adult

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