Encyclopedia of Native American Bows, Arrows & Quivers

ISBN-10
1592289592
ISBN-13
9781592289592
Pages
144
Language
English
Published
2001-01-01
Publisher
Lyons Press
Authors
Jim Hamm, Steve Allely, HAMM/ALLELY

Description

Native Americans and their elegant weapons have provided an undeniable mystique for archers, history buffs, collectors, and anyone who appreciates traditional skills. For the first time, authors Allely and Hamm have brought together the most exceptional archery pieces from eastern tribes such as the Mohegan, Mohawk, Cherokee, Seminole, Chippewa, and Winnebago. Beautifully detailed full-page pen-and-ink drawings give dimensions, decorations, and construction details on more than a hundred historic bows, scores of arrows, and two dozen quivers. The running commentary is drawn from research conducted in museums around the world, and gives insights into who used these instruments and how.This pathbreaking and comprehensive book will strongly appeal to all those with an abiding interest in Native Americans and archery.