A Companion to American Indian History captures the thematic breadth of Native American history over the last forty years. Twenty-five original essays by leading scholars in the field, both American Indian and non-American Indian, bring an exciting modern perspective to Native American histories that were at one time related exclusively by Euro-American settlers. • Contains 25 original essays by leading experts in Native American history. • Covers the breadth of American Indian history, including contacts with settlers, religion, family, economy, law, education, gender issues, and culture. • Surveys and evaluates the best scholarship on every important era and topic. • Summarizes current debates and anticipates future concerns.