Encounters at the Heart of the World by Elizabeth A. Fenn
A History of the Mandan People
This historical book delves into the rich and vibrant history of the Mandan Indians, a Native American tribe from the Great Plains region of the United States. The book details their complex agricultural society, their interactions with European explorers and traders, and the devastating impact of smallpox epidemics on their population. The narrative provides a comprehensive and vivid account of the tribe's cultural practices, social structures, and their resilience in the face of adversity.
The 12068th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2014
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 464
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- Pulitzer Prize for History (Pulitzer Prize)