The Land Of The Pueblos

The Land of the Pueblos by Susan E. Wallace is a non-fiction book that explores the history and culture of the Pueblo people of the American Southwest. The book is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Pueblo life: their history, their religion and spiritual practices, and their daily life and customs.In the first part of the book, Wallace provides a detailed history of the Pueblo people, from their origins in ancient times to the present day. She discusses their early settlements, their interactions with Spanish explorers and colonizers, and their struggles to maintain their cultural identity in the face of outside influences.The second part of the book delves into the Pueblo religion and spiritual practices. Wallace explores the importance of kivas, ceremonial dances, and other rituals in Pueblo life, and discusses the role of religion in shaping their worldview and relationship with the natural world.In the final part of the book, Wallace provides a glimpse into the daily life and customs of the Pueblo people. She discusses their traditional agriculture practices, their unique architecture and art, and their social structure and family life.Throughout the book, Wallace draws on her own experiences living among the Pueblo people and her extensive research to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this fascinating culture. The Land of the Pueblos is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the American Southwest.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.