This absorbing volume examines the cultural role of rock art for the Apsáalooke; or Crow; people of the northern Great Plains. Their extensive rock art developed within the changing cultural life of the tribe. Individual knowledge and meaning of rock art panels; however; relies as much on collective concepts of landscape as it does on shared memories of historic Crow culture. Using this idea as a focus; this book:-introduces Plains Indian rock art of the 19th century as we know about it from its own stylistic conventions; ethnographic data; and historical accounts;-investigates the contemporary Crow discourse about rock art and its place within the cultural landscape and archaeological record;-argues that cultural concepts of space and place are fundamental to the way rock art is discussed; experienced and interpreted.
#1478681 in Books 2014-02-04 2014-02-04Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.00 x .31 x 6.00l; .60 #File Name: 1626193851160 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Awesome! Enlightening! and Very Well WrittenBy PetrinaI couldn't put it down. Italian Louisiana is a very well written book encompassing some rich history of Italian Louisiana families. I actually came across it while researching my family tree and genealogy. There were several pieces of information that gave me more insight of my Italian Ancestors who settled in the New Orleans; St. Bernard surrounding areas. As I neared the end of the book; I wished for more... Loved it. Can't wait for his next book! Petrina0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A disappointment.By David LeoneThe author focuses almost exclusively on one event and the brief period leading up to it. I am from Louisiana; descendent of Sicilian-born grandparents; and was interested in reading about the historical criteria that lured my family to Louisiana. I also wanted to learn more about the issues surrounding their immigrant experience thoughout the 100 years of making their way in Louisiana; and doing it outside of New Orleans: first in the rural areas in central Louisiana then in Shreveport.There was nothing in this book relevant to my family. A lost opportunity to tell what I imagine is a very interesting story.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. An unbiased look at the Italian immigrant experience in LouisianaBy Cynthia T.This is an unbiased look at the Italian immigrant experience in Louisiana; including controversies that affected the relationship between the U.S. and Italy during the period of heaviest immigration. Historian Alan Gauthreaux examines several key events; providing documented details as well as the author’s educated speculation on the unknown. A recommended read for students of Southern history; particularly Louisiana’s; as well as all American Italians and those lovers of Italian culture. Includes an extensive list of primary sources and a bibliography that should encourage further reading.
