Tressa berman (16 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Circle of Goods compiles the stories of Native American women and examines their kinship, wage work, and informal economies. Responding to the upheavals of reservation life brought about by federal policies-from commodity rations to welfare reform-Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara women, each with distinct histories and cultural practices, stand at the center of the Fort Berthold reservation economy. Berman introduces the concept of ceremonial relations of production to explain the contradictory effects of economic incentives and cultural commitments, and argues that the historical movement of people and goods through a series of structured dependencies often gives rise to creative strategies for survival and new social identities.…

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Paperback. Zustand: Good. Circle of Goods compiles the stories of Native American women and examines their kinship, wage work, and informal economies. Responding to the upheavals of reservation life brought about by federal policies-from commodity rations to welfare reform-Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara women, each with distinct histories and cultural practices, stand at the center of the Fort Berthold reservation economy. Berman introduces the concept of ceremonial relations of production to explain the contradictory effects of economic incentives and cultural commitments, and argues that the historical movement of people and goods through a series of structured dependencies often gives rise to creative strategies for survival and new social identities.…

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Zustand: 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.

Zustand: very_good. Gently read. May have name of previous ownership, or ex-library edition. Binding tight; spine straight and smooth, with no creasing; covers clean and crisp. Minimal signs of handling or shelving. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships USPS Media Mail.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition, first printing . Text and images unmarked. The wrapper shows some very light handling. 8vo. xviii, 154pp.

2003. North America, Native Americans. State University of New York Press. 154p., fine paperback.

Stapled wraps. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. Very Good black stapled wraps with a few cover scratches. 53 pages, unmarked; UO15 U3U; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 53 pages.

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good ++. First Thus. SUBTITLED : ` Women, Work, and Welfare in a Reservation Community '. 154 pages including INDEX with a few (archival) b/w photographs. In 1951 the U.S. government built the garrison Dam. That necessitated the grouping together on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation if three vaguely related American Indian groups - the Hidatsa, the Arikara and the Mandans. Today they are referred to by the term Three Affiliated Tribes. The social fabric of both the traditional (and the new) community was held together by the women. The author has interviewed (on multiple occasions) several dozens of women as to their on-reservation roles - both formal and informal. Learn more about : ceremonial giving, Josie Chase, beadwork, Four Bears Casino, Bismarck North Dakota, kinship, focalwomen, HUD housing, and Red Buttes School. Text accompanied by one reservation map. Cond : Paper wrapper is green, rust, and white. Front cover graphic is a 1930's photograph of women (and dogs) lined up outside a trading post. Volume is tight, bright, square and clean. First pages of introduction have been hi-lighted. No other marks. No tears. Excellent reading copy ! Quote (p. 87) : " Women are not so worried about who gets the credit. They're more concerned about getting the job done - especially with our families._._.The more people who are included, the stronger ._._._. ." Size: 8vo. B/W Photographs (illustrator).…

2003, North America, Native Americans, State University of New York Press, 154 p., fine paperback.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 224 pages. 8.75x5.75x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: Brand New.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.