The People and Culture of the Cheyenne (First Peoples of North America)

Once one of the most well-known and feared tribes in the western United States, the Cheyenne have endured many difficulties since the arrival of settlers in the 1800s. This book discusses the Cheyenne s intricate history, the tradition of their fierce Dog Soldiers, their prosperous and peace-seeking leaders, the hardships they faced as their lands were gradually taken from them and their tribes relocated throughout the United States, and how the Cheyenne have upheld their traditions while adapting to an ever-changing society. Bibliography, Biographies, Black-and-White Photographs, Full-Color Photographs, Further Information Section, Glossary, Illustrations, Recipes. Explores the history and traditions of the Cheyenne from the 1600s to modern day, describing their belief system, rituals, and such notable figures as Black Kettle and Suzan Shown Harjo. Explores the history and traditions of the Cheyenne from the 1600s to modern day, describing their belief system, rituals, and notable figures, such as Black Kettle and Suzan Shown Harjo A culture begins Building a civilization Life in the Cheyenne tribes Beliefs of the Cheyenne Overcoming hardships The nation's presence now Faces of the Cheyenne.