The Navajo
Book 1972 Downs, James F.

NavajoNorth America > Southwest and Basin
This work is a case study of the pastoral community of Nez Ch'ii (a pseudonym) in the Black Mesa area of Arizona. The central theme of sheepherding, which has played such an important part in Navajo history, is shown here also to be a most important ...

Animal husbandry in Navajo society and culture
Book 1964 Downs, James F.

NavajoNorth America > Southwest and Basin
This source is a comprehensive survey of animal husbandry among the Navajo of Black Mesa, Arizona. It covers in detail the importance of domestication and herding in the local economy, types of livestock owned -- their treatment and Navajo attitudes ...