The Lipan Apaches: People of Wind and Lightning

The Lipan Apaches: People of Wind and Lightning
ISBN-10
0826345875
ISBN-13
9780826345875
Category
History
Pages
336
Language
English
Published
2011-02-01
Author
Thomas A. Britten

Description

This study utilizes archival materials to reconstruct Lipan history through numerous threats to their society. Winner of the 2010 TOMFRA Award.

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