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Book The Elk Dog Heritage

    Book Details:
  • Author : Don Coldsmith
  • Publisher : Macmillan
  • Release : 2002-09-07
  • ISBN : 0312876181
  • Pages : 226 pages

Download or read book The Elk Dog Heritage written by Don Coldsmith and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2002-09-07 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the New World of the 16th century, the Elk-Dog band of "the People" are well-respected on the Great Plains for their horse and warrior skills. When the young men of "the People" want to wage war on their enemies, it is up to the chief to keep the peace among his own tribe. Reissue. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Book The Spanish Bit Saga Book  2

Download or read book The Spanish Bit Saga Book 2 written by Don Coldsmith and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Elk Dog Heritage

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  • Author : Don Coldsmith
  • Publisher : Domain
  • Release : 1987-07
  • ISBN : 9780553264128
  • Pages : 212 pages

Download or read book The Elk Dog Heritage written by Don Coldsmith and published by Domain. This book was released on 1987-07 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the New World of the 16th century, the Elk-Dog band of "the People" are well-respected on the Great Plains for their horse and warrior skills. When the young men of "the People" want to wage war on their enemies, it is up to the chief to keep the peace among his own tribe. Reissue. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Book Spanish Bit Saga

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  • Author : Don Coldsmith
  • Publisher : Bantam Dell Publishing Group
  • Release : 1991-05-01
  • ISBN : 9780553609424
  • Pages : pages

Download or read book Spanish Bit Saga written by Don Coldsmith and published by Bantam Dell Publishing Group. This book was released on 1991-05-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Only Good Indians

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  • Author : Stephen Graham Jones
  • Publisher : Gallery / Saga Press
  • Release : 2021-01-26
  • ISBN : 1982136464
  • Pages : 336 pages

Download or read book The Only Good Indians written by Stephen Graham Jones and published by Gallery / Saga Press. This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER From USA TODAY bestselling author Stephen Graham Jones comes a “masterpiece” (Locus Magazine) of a novel about revenge, cultural identity, and the cost of breaking from tradition. Labeled “one of 2020’s buzziest horror novels” (Entertainment Weekly), this is a remarkable horror story that “will give you nightmares—the good kind of course” (BuzzFeed). Seamlessly blending classic horror and a dramatic narrative with sharp social commentary, The Only Good Indians is “a masterpiece. Intimate, devastating, brutal, terrifying, warm, and heartbreaking in the best way” (Paul Tremblay, author of A Head Full of Ghosts). This novel follows four American Indian men after a disturbing event from their youth puts them in a desperate struggle for their lives. Tracked by an entity bent on revenge, these childhood friends are helpless as the culture and traditions they left behind catch up to them in violent, vengeful ways.

Book How the Dog Became the Dog

Download or read book How the Dog Became the Dog written by Mark Derr and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2011-10-27 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This “informative account” of canine evolution will “appeal to dog lovers with a curiosity about the origins of their favorite companion.” (Publishers Weekly) Many have made the case that dogs have evolved from wolves but the evolutionary link between wolves and dogs remains a mystery. In How the Dog Became the Dog, Mark Derr posits that the dog’s evolution from wolf was inevitable due to the mutually beneficial nature of the relationship between wolves and hunter-gatherer humans. How the Dog Became the Dog presents the domestication of the dog as a biological and cultural process that began with a reciprocal cooperation between dogwolves and humans that evolved over time, from the first dogs that took refuge with humans against the cold at the end of the last Ice Age, to the 18th century, when humans began to exercise full control of dog reproduction, life, and death, through centuries of natural and artificial selection that led us to the many breeds of dogs we know and love today. “A transporting slice of dog/wolf thinking that will pique the interest of anyone with a dog in their orbit.” —Kirkus Reviews

Book Lassie

Download or read book Lassie written by Ace Collins and published by Penguin Books. This book was released on 1993 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A history of the dogs that portrayed Lassie in movies and television.

Book Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee

Download or read book Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee written by Dee Brown and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 680 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The “fascinating” #1 New York Times bestseller that awakened the world to the destruction of American Indians in the nineteenth-century West (The Wall Street Journal). First published in 1970, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee generated shockwaves with its frank and heartbreaking depiction of the systematic annihilation of American Indian tribes across the western frontier. In this nonfiction account, Dee Brown focuses on the betrayals, battles, and massacres suffered by American Indians between 1860 and 1890. He tells of the many tribes and their renowned chiefs—from Geronimo to Red Cloud, Sitting Bull to Crazy Horse—who struggled to combat the destruction of their people and culture. Forcefully written and meticulously researched, Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee inspired a generation to take a second look at how the West was won. This ebook features an illustrated biography of Dee Brown including rare photos from the author’s personal collection.

Book Sequels

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  • Author : Janet G. Husband
  • Publisher : American Library Association
  • Release : 2009-07-30
  • ISBN : 0838909671
  • Pages : 793 pages

Download or read book Sequels written by Janet G. Husband and published by American Library Association. This book was released on 2009-07-30 with total page 793 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to series fiction lists popular series, identifies novels by character, and offers guidance on the order in which to read unnumbered series.

Book The Dog

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  • Author : Ádám Miklósi
  • Publisher : Princeton University Press
  • Release : 2018-04-03
  • ISBN : 1400889995
  • Pages : 224 pages

Download or read book The Dog written by Ádám Miklósi and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible and richly illustrated introduction to the natural history of dogs—from evolution, anatomy, cognition, and behavior to the relationship between dogs and humans As one of the oldest domesticated species, selectively bred over millennia to possess specific behaviors and physical characteristics, the dog enjoys a unique relationship with humans. More than any other animal, dogs are attuned to human behavior and emotions, and accordingly play a range of roles in society, from police and military work to sensory and emotional support. Selective breeding has led to the development of more than three hundred breeds that, despite vast differences, still belong to a single species, Canis familiaris. The Dog is an accessible, richly illustrated, and comprehensive introduction to the fascinating natural history and scientific understanding of this beloved species. Ádám Miklósi, a leading authority on dogs, provides an appealing overview of dogs' evolution and ecology; anatomy and biology; behavior and society; sensing, thinking, and personality; and connections to humans. Illustrated with some 250 color photographs, The Dog begins with an introductory overview followed by an exploration of the dog's prehistoric origins, including current research about where and when canine domestication first began. The book proceeds to examine dogs' biology and behavior, paying particular attention to the physiological and psychological aspects of the ways dogs see, hear, and smell, and how they communicate with other dogs and with humans. The book also describes how dogs learn about their physical and social environments and the ways they form attachments to humans. The book ends with a section showcasing a select number of dog breeds to illustrate their amazing physical variety. Beautifully designed and filled with surprising facts and insights, this book will delight anyone who loves dogs and wants to understand them better.

Book A Dog s History of America

Download or read book A Dog s History of America written by Mark Derr and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2013-11-26 with total page 447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A consummate and loving tribute to canines as well as a comprehensive history, seamlessly blending facts, anecdotes, and ideas.” —Kirkus Reviews In this revelatory book, Mark Derr looks at the ways in which we have used canines—as sled dogs and sheepdogs, hounds and Seeing Eye dogs, guard dogs, show dogs, and bomb-sniffing dogs—as he tracks changes in American culture and society. A Dog’s History of America weaves a remarkable tapestry of heroism, betrayal, tragedy, kindness, abuse, and unique companionship. The result is an enlightening perspective on American history through the eyes of humanity’s best friend. “Includes stories of heroic dogs like Satan, who in WWI dodged bullets to take a message that saved a garrison under fire; the Alaskan sled team whose 1920s ‘serum run’ saved a town from diphtheria; and dogs in the Pacific who detected hidden Japanese snipers in WWII . . . A humbling reminder of the dog’s remarkable spirit and intelligence in the face, even, of human cruelty.” —Kirkus Reviews “A history of the dog in the New World . . . fascinating.” —Booklist “Takes a dog’s-eye view of American history, beginning with speculations on the dog’s first appearance in the Americas tens of thousands of years ago.” —Publishers Weekly “Scrupulously researched, anecdotally rich, historically provocative and wide-ranging . . . Draw[s] on an impressive array of archival sources.” —Bruce Olds, author of Bucking the Tiger

Book Animal Modernity  Jumbo the Elephant and the Human Dilemma

Download or read book Animal Modernity Jumbo the Elephant and the Human Dilemma written by Susan Nance and published by Springer. This book was released on 2015-10-08 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The concept of 'modernity' is central to many disciplines, but what is modernity to animals? Susan Nance answers this question through a radical reinterpretation of the life of Jumbo the elephant. In the 1880s, consumers, the media, zoos, circuses and taxidermists, and (unknowingly) Jumbo himself, transformed the elephant from an orphan of the global ivory trade and zoo captive into a distracting international celebrity. Citizens on two continents imaged Jumbo as a sentient individual and pet, but were aghast when he died in an industrial accident and his remains were absorbed by the taxidermic and animal rendering industries reserved for anonymous animals. The case of Jumbo exposed the 'human dilemma' of modern living, wherein people celebrated individual animals to cope or distract themselves from the wholesale slaughter of animals required by modern consumerism.

Book Our Nation s Archive

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  • Author : Erik A. Bruun
  • Publisher : Black Dog & Leventhal Pub
  • Release : 1999
  • ISBN : 9781579120672
  • Pages : 886 pages

Download or read book Our Nation s Archive written by Erik A. Bruun and published by Black Dog & Leventhal Pub. This book was released on 1999 with total page 886 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Encompassing more than one thousand primary sources and documents, a history of the United States presents an array of articles, speeches, letters, and court cases, ranging from the Declaration of Independence to the Starr Report.

Book To Be Continued

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  • Author : Hope Apple
  • Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
  • Release : 2000-10-10
  • ISBN : 0313095981
  • Pages : 481 pages

Download or read book To Be Continued written by Hope Apple and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2000-10-10 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Keeping track of prolific authors who write fiction series was quite challenging for even the most ardent fan until To Be Continueddebuted in 1995. Noew, readers will be happy that the soon-to-be-released second edition has added 1,600 new books and 400 new series. To Be Continued, Second Edition, maintians the first volume's successful formula that featured concise A-to-Z entries packed with useful information, including titles, publishers, publication dates, genre categories, annotations, and subject terms. Among the genre categories that can be found in To Be Continued are romance, science fiction, crime novel, horror, adventure, fantasy, humor, western, war, Christian fiction, and others.

Book Calling for a Blanket Dance

Download or read book Calling for a Blanket Dance written by Oscar Hokeah and published by Algonquin Books. This book was released on 2022-07-26 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the PEN America/Hemingway Award for Debut Novel * Finalist for the 2023 Aspen Words Literary Prize * Finalist for the L.A. Times Book Prize/Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction “A profound reflection on the intergenerational nature of cultural trauma… Hokeah’s characters exist at the intersection of Kiowa, Cherokee and Mexican identity, which provides a vital exploration of indigeneity in contemporary American letters.” —The New York Times Book Review A moving and deeply engaging novel about a young Native American man as he learns to find strength in his familial identity. ​ Oscar Hokeah’s electric debut takes us into the life of Ever Geimausaddle, whose family—part Mexican, part Native American—is determined to hold onto their community despite obstacles everywhere they turn. Ever’s father is injured at the hands of corrupt police on the border when he goes to visit family in Mexico, while his mother struggles both to keep her job and care for her husband. And young Ever is lost and angry at all that he doesn’t understand, at this world that seems to undermine his sense of safety. Ever’s relatives all have ideas about who he is and who he should be. His Cherokee grandmother, knowing the importance of proximity, urges the family to move across Oklahoma to be near her, while his grandfather, watching their traditions slip away, tries to reunite Ever with his heritage through traditional gourd dances. Through it all, every relative wants the same: to remind Ever of the rich and supportive communities that surround him, there to hold him tight, and for Ever to learn to take the strength given to him to save not only himself but also the next generation. How will this young man visualize a place for himself when the world hasn’t made room for him to start with? Honest, heartbreaking, and ultimately uplifting, Calling for a Blanket Dance is the story of how Ever Geimausaddle finds his way home. "STUNNING." —Susan Power, author of The Grass Dancer

Book Lassie s Guide to a Family s Best Friend

Download or read book Lassie s Guide to a Family s Best Friend written by Ace Collins and published by Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press. This book was released on 1998-05-15 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The world's favorite dog teams up with ace collins to help families learn the responsibilities and delight in the joys of owning a dog.From the beloved collie who has won the hearts of millions throughout the world comes this unique guide to preparing Mom, Dad, and the kids for the demands of dog ownership. In Lassie's Guide to a Family's Best Friend, dog care and training become a learning experience for the whole family, full of opportunities that foster growth and maturity in children. Fully illustrated with Lassie photos and featuring anecdotes about Lassie's own training and upbringing, Lassie's Guide contains lots of practical advice for: -- Knowing when your family is ready to handle the responsibilities of dog ownership -- Involving everyone in the family in the care of the dog -- Making sure the child who has to have a puppy will actually follow through with her choresThe entire family will benefit from Collins' guidance and knowledge: busy parents, who need to make the most of their time at home; children, who can play a big part in caring for their newest companion; and, of course, the new dog, who will feel secure in a loving home.

Book The Lost Band

    Book Details:
  • Author : Don Coldsmith
  • Publisher : Bantam
  • Release : 2001-04
  • ISBN : 0553294733
  • Pages : 333 pages

Download or read book The Lost Band written by Don Coldsmith and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2001-04 with total page 333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: White Moon's Dream... For the Forest Band of the People, summer is a peaceful time of hunting and gathering. But when a band of Shaved-heads brutally attack, the People's women and children are carried off into slavery. Most accept their fate, but one of the captives, the courageous widow White Moon, vows to keep the traditions of the band alive until the day the survivors can be reunited with the People. Her dream will inspire many of her tribe as they struggle to preserve their culture: a young hunter and his loyal wife, a troubled warrior on a vision quest, an aged storyteller, a wily trader -- until at last the special child is born who is destined to lead the Forest Band back to its rightful place in the Great Council of the People.