Costumes Of The Plains Indians

Costumes of the Plains Indians is a comprehensive guide to the traditional clothing and adornments worn by various tribes of Native Americans living on the Great Plains. Written by Clark Wissler, an anthropologist and curator of the American Museum of Natural History, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Plains Indians.The book begins with an overview of the different tribes that inhabited the Great Plains, including the Sioux, Cheyenne, Crow, and Blackfoot, among others. Wissler then goes on to describe the various types of clothing worn by these tribes, including dresses, shirts, leggings, moccasins, and headdresses. He also discusses the materials used to make these garments, such as animal hides, feathers, and beads.In addition to clothing, Costumes of the Plains Indians also covers the various types of adornments and accessories worn by these tribes, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and hair ornaments. Wissler provides detailed descriptions of the designs and motifs used in these items, as well as their cultural significance.Throughout the book, Wissler includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the clothing and adornments he describes. He also provides historical context for the development of these items, discussing how they evolved over time and how they were influenced by contact with Europeans.Overall, Costumes of the Plains Indians is an informative and engaging book that provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Native American tribes of the Great Plains.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.