Sacred Objects and Sacred Places

Sacred Objects and Sacred Places
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Publisher : Niwot, Colo. : University Press of Colorado
Total Pages : 316
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ISBN-10 : STANFORD:36105028482045
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Download or read book Sacred Objects and Sacred Places written by Andrew Gulliford and published by Niwot, Colo. : University Press of Colorado. This book was released on 2000 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The issues of returning human remains, curating sacred objects, and preserving tribal traditions are addressed to provide the reader with a full picture of Native Americans' struggle to keep their heritage alive."--BOOK JACKET.


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