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Native American Architecture
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For Many People, Native American Architecture Calls To Mind The Wigwam, Tipi, Iglu, And Pueblo. Yet The Richly Diverse Building Traditions Of Native Americans Encompass Much More, Including Specific Structures For Sleeping, Working, Worshipping, Meditating, Playing, Dancing, Lounging, Giving Birth, Decisionmaking, Cleansing, Storing And Preparing Food, Caring For Animals, And Honoring The Dead. In Effect, The Architecture Covers All Facets Of Indian Life.The Collaboration Between An Architect And An Anthropologist, Native American Architecture Presents The First Booklength, Fully Illustrated Exploration Of North American Indian Architecture To Appear In Over A Century. Peter Nabokov And Robert Easton Together Examine The Building Traditions Of The Major Tribes In Nine Regional Areas Of The Continent From The Huge Plankhouse Villages Of The Northwest Coast To The Moundbuilder Towns And Temples Of The Southeast, To The Navajo Hogans And Adobe Pueblos Of The Southwest. Going Beyond A Traditional Survey Of Buildings, The Book Offers A Broad, Clear View Into The Native American World, Revealing A New Perspective On The Interaction Between Their Buildings And Culture. Looking At Native American Architecture As More Than Buildings, Villages, And Camps, Nabokov And Easton Also Focus On Their Use Of Space, Their Environment, Their Social Mores, And Their Religious Beliefs.Each Chapter Concludes With An Account Of Traditional Indian Building Practices Undergoing A Revival Or In Danger Today. The Volume Also Includes A Wealth Of Historical Photographs And Drawings (Including Sixteen Pages Of Color Illustrations), Architectural Renderings, And Specially Prepared Interpretive Diagrams Which Decode The Sacred Cosmology Of The Principal House Types.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Native American Architecture'? A: 'Native American Architecture' explores the diverse building traditions of Native Americans across North America, highlighting their structures for various aspects of life, including sleeping, worshipping, and community activities.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Peter Nabokov and Robert Easton, who collaborate to provide an in-depth examination of Native American architectural practices.
- Q: How many pages does 'Native American Architecture' have? A: 'Native American Architecture' consists of 432 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of the subject.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Native American Architecture' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Native American Architecture' originally published? A: 'Native American Architecture' was originally published on October 25, 1990.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, the book features a wealth of historical photographs, drawings, and sixteen pages of color illustrations, along with architectural renderings and interpretive diagrams.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Native American Architecture' is well-researched and provides valuable insights, making it suitable for academic study in fields such as architecture, anthropology, and history.
- Q: What regions of North America does the book cover? A: The book examines the building traditions of major tribes in nine regional areas of North America, including the Northwest Coast, Southeast, and Southwest.
- Q: Does this book address contemporary Native American building practices? A: Yes, each chapter concludes with discussions on traditional Indian building practices that are either undergoing a revival or are at risk today.
- Q: What themes are explored in relation to Native American architecture? A: The book explores themes such as the relationship between architecture and culture, the use of space, environmental influences, social mores, and religious beliefs.