Book
Pima and Papago Indian agriculture
The University of New Mexico press • Albuquerque • Published In 1942 • Pages: xvi, 245
By: Castetter, Edward Franklin, Bell, Willis Harvey.
Abstract
This study of Pima and Papago agriculture, by two faculty members of the University of New Mexico Department of Botany, starts by describing the land, climate and vegetation of the area. The historical basis of subsistance is next considered, and the pertinent archaeological data are evaluated. The various crops grown by the Indians are considered in view of their history and importance and detailed descriptions are given for the planting, cultivation, and harvesting of each crop. Material is included on food storage and preparation. Other chapters deal with the ceremonial aspects of agriculture, and the cultivation and utilization of tobacco.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2010
- Region
- North America
- Sub Region
- Southwest and Basin
- Document Type
- Book
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Natural Scientist
- Document Rating
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- James R. Leary ; 1958: John Beierle; 2010
- Field Date
- 1938-1940
- Coverage Date
- 800-1940
- Coverage Place
- Arizona, United States
- Notes
- Edward F. Castetter and Willis H. Bell
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 231-236)and index
- LCCN
- 42022813
- LCSH
- Pima Indians
- Tohono O'Odham Indians
- Indians of North America--Agriculture