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Native American Crafts & Skills by David Montgomery click to enlarge

Native American Crafts & Skills

David Montgomery
In this fully illustrated guide to wilderness living and survival, the skills and handicrafts of Native Americans developed over hundreds of years are described.

Discover the basics of utensils and cookery, tanning leather and creating authentic clothing, learn games, beadwork, and the construction of musical instruments. An unusual and fun text for those who enjoy the out-of-doors.

239 pgs, 4.5x7, 200 b&w illus, softcover
In stock soon. Order now to get in line. First come, first served.

$14.95
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