Cahuilla Nation Activism and the Tribal Casino Movement

Tells the story of how the Cahuilla nations have used self-reliance and determination to maintain their culture and independence against threats past and present. From California's "war of extermination" to today's challenges, Gordon shows that successful responses have depended on challenging non-natives' assumptions and misconceptions.

Summary

Tells the story of how the Cahuilla nations have used self-reliance and determination to maintain their culture and independence against threats past and present. From California's "war of extermination" to today's challenges, Gordon shows that successful responses have depended on challenging non-natives' assumptions and misconceptions.

Product details

• Authors: Theodor P Gordon, Theodor P. Gordon
• Publisher: University of Nevada Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.11.2018
• EAN: 9781943859931
• ISBN: 978-1-943859-93-1
• No. of pages: 256
• Series: Gambling Studies; Gambling Studies Series; Gambling Studies; Gambling Studies Series
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories; Social sciences, law, business > Ethnology > Folklore