Indian Givers

How Native Americans Transformed the World

Author Jack Weatherford, an anthropologist, traces the crucial contributions made by Native Americans to our federal system of government, our democratic institutions, modern medicine, agriculture, architecture, ecology and more. This ground-breaking book makes a deep sweep of history seem vital and immediate. It is both entertaining and thoughtful.

Author: Jack Weatherford
Year of Publishing: 2010
Number of Pages: 351

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Reviews

khalmeka (verified owner) – May 8, 2023

I haven’t read this book yet, but I am grateful to have received it through this program!
Liz2675 (verified owner) – June 7, 2023

Well written book…very interesting!
[email protected] (verified owner) – June 21, 2023

Such a beautiful book! Im excited to share it with our indian ed coordinator at our school! Thank you!
Jordan Bruyn (verified owner) – September 12, 2023

Informative while being easy and interesting to read! Highly recommend!
biodrbuo (verified owner) – October 9, 2023

I really wanted to read this but I haven’t received it yet. After 5 months of waiting I’m going to guess it isn’t coming.
nunnj (verified owner) – October 22, 2023

Such a good, read! I really enjoyed it!
Esthela Carvajal (verified owner) – December 2, 2023

I found this book to be quite an interesting read. I enjoyed learning about all the different facets that native Americans gave our current culture, and how many of their beliefs relate to things we still do, or continue to advance on. I’ve always been very drawn to Native American culture so I appreciate being able to read this. I believe most people truly dont understand the depth of their contributions as they make up such a small fraction of the US now. This is the type of book they should have kids read in schools!
Kimberly Nickel (verified owner) – December 4, 2023

What an eye opening read. As Weatherford clearly states, as an inhabitant of America who didn’t have a clue as to the major contributions of the American people. I ended the book asking myself – I wonder what our modern world would be like had the European settlers not used brute power to subdue the native people of the Americas.
Sarah Smith (verified owner) – December 10, 2023

A very readable and revelatory review of Native American contributions to world culture and political development.
Acleith (verified owner) – December 18, 2023

Great book. A lot of wonderful information.
Dena Burian Blacklaw (verified owner) – December 30, 2023

My mom loved those book. Great reading
CV (verified owner) – January 18, 2024

Very interesting and eye-opening. Yet it was easy to read and understand. Definitely recommend this book.
Candice (verified owner) – February 1, 2024

This is a great book to add into a history class as a lesson. Very informative and well written.
tstevensgarcia (verified owner) – April 11, 2024

Very well written and informative.
Jessica Evans (verified owner) – May 6, 2024

This book provides a perspective that is unique. Lots of information on various topics relating to Native Americans.
kelli.conraads (verified owner) – June 10, 2024

Well written, easy to follow along but thoughtful points.
stormiautumn (verified owner) – June 12, 2024

My children and I really enjoyed this book as they are Native American but not raised near or active participants in their tribe. It inspired us to seek out additional information.
Hbprager (verified owner) – June 15, 2024

Engaging. Makes so many connections across the lines of history. I learned a lot. That said, there are some problematic terms used, such as “Eskimo.” I picked up on a few but it made me wonder what I was missing based on my own lack of knowledge. I hope that I don’t speak offensively when talking about the fascinating info I learned. It is definitely worth the read (wish it was part of curriculums), even with that caveat.
Debra Dreiling (verified owner) – June 17, 2024

Great Book. I gained alot of history and understanding.
Lola Cornish (verified owner) – July 12, 2024

I’ve been listening to the audiobook nonstop. The beginning was a little slow, but chapter 7 it really picked up, describing how the concept of democracy was based on native principles.
cduarte (verified owner) – August 13, 2024

Such a great book! So informative and compelling
Evelyn (verified owner) – August 27, 2024

Interesting read. I look forward to discussing this with my friends.
Destinee (verified owner) – August 30, 2024

Very good book with a lot of information in an easy to read story