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The Apaches (Osprey History)

The Apaches (Osprey History) Soft cover - 1987

by Hook, Jason

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Oxford: Osprey Publishing, 1987. First Edition. Soft Cover. Near Fine. 7x1x9. Hook, Richard. First edition. An excellent copy. 1987 Soft Cover. 48 pp. Color plates by Richard Hook. The Apache culture of 1850 was a blend of influences from the peoples of the Great Plains, Great Basin and the South-West, particularly the Pueblos, and – as time progressed – from the Spanish and American settlers. This fascinating work by Jason Hook examines the Apaches, their social structure, religion and warcraft, and outlines the Apache wars and conflicts with the American, including the dramatic story of Crook and Geronimo. This absorbing volume is illustrated with a wealth contemporary photographs, museum examples and eight stunning full page colour plates by Richard Hook, making it the perfect book for anyone interested in this fascinating culture.
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Details

  • Title The Apaches (Osprey History)
  • Author Hook, Jason
  • Illustrator Hook, Richard
  • Binding Soft Cover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Condition Used - Near Fine
  • Pages 48
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Osprey Publishing, Oxford
  • Date 1987
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 2341806
  • ISBN 9781841761091 / 1841761095
  • Weight 1.2 lbs (0.54 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.83 x 7.25 x 0.25 in (24.97 x 18.42 x 0.64 cm)
  • Dewey Decimal Code 973.089

First line

The origin of the name 'Apache' is unclear, though it probably stems from the Zuni 'apachu' their name for the Nabajo, who the dearly Spaniards called 'Apaches de Nabaju'.

About the author

Jason Hook graduated from the University of Kent with a first class honours degree in English and American Literature. A former Senior Editor at Wayland Publishing, Jason has written extensively on the subject of Native Americans.

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