ISBN: 9780887401336 - acoma: the people of the white rock (43 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: Good. Acoma, the sky city of New Mexico, is presented here by an enchanting text and beautiful color photographs in this revised edition of the Southwest classic book. Occupied by the Acoma Indians, Acoma mesa pueblo is located 65 miles west of Albuquerque. This gem of antiquity is said to be the oldest continuously-inhabited community on the North American continent. The fascinating introduction was written by Frank Waters, one of New Mexico's most famous sons, a literary giant, and an authority on the history of the Indians of New Mexico. In Acoma, the buildings, the people, their traditions and their unique style of pottery are so closely related to this singular terrain that they have become known far beyond its desert.…

Condición: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Paperback. Condición: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

paperback. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condición: Very Good. Very Good condition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Paperback. Condición: Good. Acoma, the sky city of New Mexico, is presented here by an enchanting text and beautiful color photographs in this revised edition of the Southwest classic book. Occupied by the Acoma Indians, Acoma mesa pueblo is located 65 miles west of Albuquerque. This gem of antiquity is said to be the oldest continuously-inhabited community on the North American continent. The fascinating introduction was written by Frank Waters, one of New Mexico's most famous sons, a literary giant, and an authority on the history of the Indians of New Mexico. In Acoma, the buildings, the people, their traditions and their unique style of pottery are so closely related to this singular terrain that they have become known far beyond its desert.…

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Paperback. Condición: Fine. Book has no wear and is completely clean.

softcover. Condición: Fine copy. 1st. 4to, 92 pp. Profusely illustrated (ilustrador).

Trade Paperback. Condición: Very Good. None. fmc2%262D.

Soft cover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Wraps. Revised Ed. Revised Edition. Soft cover 4to in photo wraps. Fine and unmarked. 92pp inc. Bibliography; illustrated in b/w and color photos. 93 p. Book.

Paperback. Condición: New.

Condición: New.

paperback. Condición: New. NEW! This is an unused book from the warehouse of a former new-book distributor. Thousands of Western and Americana books in stock--check our listings.

Condición: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Soft cover. Condición: As New. Revised Edition. Stiff color pictorial wraps. As issued. 1st ptg. thus (revised edition): 1988. 92 pp. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Book.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. VERY GOOD CONDITION, CLEAN, SOLID, BRIGHT; Cover shows 3 Acoma Women with beautiful pottery pots ; Old photos, MAP; 93 pages; bibliography.Legend of katzimo; place, peo;d, way of life; enchanted mesa.

Softcover. Condición: Very Good. reprint. West Chester, Pa., Schiffer Pub., reprint, 1988, 92 pages. Softcover. 92 pages. Extensive color photography throughout. Related articles laid in. Clean, unmarked copy with only minor wear to wrappers. . Acoma (N.M.)--Social life and customs pages. Record # 467205. …

Softcover. Condición: Very Good. 1st. 91 pages. Color photography throughout. Former price tag on front cover,otherwise clean, tight copy.

Paperback. Condición: New. Acoma, the sky city of New Mexico, is presented here by an enchanting text and beautiful color photographs in this revised edition of the Southwest classic book. Occupied by the Acoma Indians, Acoma mesa pueblo is located 65 miles west of Albuquerque. This gem of antiquity is said to be the oldest continuously-inhabited community on the North American continent. The fascinating introduction in this book was written by Frank Waters, one of New Mexico's most famous sons, a literary giant, and an authority on the history of the Indians of New Mexico. In Acoma, the buildings, the people, their traditions and their unique style of pottery are so closely related to this singular terrain that they have become known far beyond its desert.…

Soft cover. Condición: Very Good. 92 pages. Illustrated. Acoma: The People of the White Rock is a celebrated Southwest classic written and photographed by H.L. James, initially published in 1970 by The Rio Grande Press. The book is a visual and historical tribute to the Acoma Pueblo ("Sky City"), which sits atop a 400-foot mesa 65 miles west of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and is recognized as one of the oldest continuously inhabited communities in North America. • Rich Visual Documentation: It contains dozens of high-quality color photographs captured by H.L. James that showcase the unique landscape, ancient architecture, and cultural traditions of the Acoma people. • Historical Quotes: The text pairs James's commentary with historical records, incorporating reflections and quotes from early Spanish explorers, anthropologists, and historians. • Focus on Pottery: A significant portion of the book highlights the globally renowned, intricate geometric style of Acoma pottery. (K1/4)(BALC). …

Condición: New.

Paperback. Condición: New. Acoma, the sky city of New Mexico, is presented here by an enchanting text and beautiful color photographs in this revised edition of the Southwest classic book. Occupied by the Acoma Indians, Acoma mesa pueblo is located 65 miles west of Albuquerque. This gem of antiquity is said to be the oldest continuously-inhabited community on the North American continent. The fascinating introduction in this book was written by Frank Waters, one of New Mexico's most famous sons, a literary giant, and an authority on the history of the Indians of New Mexico. In Acoma, the buildings, the people, their traditions and their unique style of pottery are so closely related to this singular terrain that they have become known far beyond its desert.…

Condición: New. pp. 96 80 Illus.

paperback. Condición: Good. Revised. Acoma.

Paper Back. Condición: Fine. No Jacket. Revised Edition. 91pp.; SC white w/blk.-color photocover; fine condition w/clean,tight pgs. "One of the most interesting places in New Mexico is Acoma, the sky city ,65 miles west of Albuquerque." intro.by Frank Waters. photos. James, H.L. (photos) (ilustrador). …

Soft cover. Condición: New. Estado de la sobrecubierta: None as Issued. Revised Editon. BRAND NEW Copy. The story of the Acoma Pueblo, one of the oldest continuously inhabited community in the U.S. Many believe the name "Acoma" is a derivative the Keresan words meaning the People of the White Rock --- hence the title of this volume. Located on a sandstone mesa some 60 miles west of Albuquerque, Acoma is a living gem. Augmented with photographs, the chapters are: 1, The Legend of Katzimo; 2, The Place; 3, The People; 4, Their Way of Life; and, 5, Ascent of the Enchanted Mesa.…