MAPOM BOOKS AND DVDS
MAPOM has a long history of publishing books about Coast Miwoks and other Native groups. We are not currently selling books ourselves, but many are available on Amazon. For more information, email info@mapom.org.
Titles by MAPOM Authors:
INDIAN BASKETS OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND OREGON
"Indian Baskets of Northern California and Oregon" is Ralph Shanks' new book beautifully illustrating, describing, and analyzing Native American basketry. Most cultures in this region have never had their remarkable basketry presented in full color and described with respect and skill. Basketry from weavers of the Yurok, Karuk, Hupa, Wailaki, Wintu, Pit River, Wasco, Kalapuya, Coos and many other cultures are detailed. A fascinating text, over 150 primarily full color images and a map bring to the reader the first art of Native California and Oregon. This is a lovely large 152 page, hardcover book. Available new on Amazon.
DISCOVERING NATIVE PEOPLE AT POINT REYES
By Betty Goerke. This engaging story of the Coast Miwok people has a twofold purpose: to explain the natural history, cultural lifeways, and history of native life at Point Reyes and Tomales Bay from the time of Francis Drake’s arrival to the acknowledgment of the tribe by the US Government in 2000; and to suggest nine specific walks in the area which have been meaningful destinations for tribal people for thousands of years. It includes information and photographs never before published, and is illustrated with over 75 photographs, most of them in color. Over 75 photographs. 84 pages.
CALIFORNIA INDIAN BASKETS
San Diego to Santa Barbara and Beyond to the San Joaquin Valley, Mountains and Deserts
By Ralph Shanks M.A., edited by Lisa Woo Shanks. Co-published by MAPOM. Wonderfully written and expertly researched, California Indian Baskets honors the cultural and artistic achievements of the First Californians. The result of decades of research by noted basketry scholar and anthropologist Ralph Shanks, the book celebrates Native American art, history, culture, native plant uses, technology, population movements, and the sharing of ideas. Jonathan King of The British Museum writes about it, "This is the outstanding new companion volume to Ralph & Lisa Shanks’ acclaimed Indian Baskets of Central California. The authors’ once again provide an authoritative book." 175 illustrations. 168 pages.
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CHIEF MARIN: LEADER, REBEL, AND LEGEND
A History of Marin County's Namesake and His People
By Betty Goerke. Thorough research by renowned anthropologist and archeologist on the fascinating life of Chief Marin, a Coast Miwok Indian known as Huicmuse in his native village. San Francisco Bay Area's Marin County is named after this Coast Miwok chief who, with intelligence, skills and independent spirit, achieved notoriety for defying Spanish authority over his people. The book also describes the reemergence of the Coast Miwok people of today, against all odds. 65 illustrations. 311 pages. Available new on Amazon
RAMPAGE OF THE GLUTTON MONSTERS
By John Littleton. During his many years in the classroom, John developed this mythic narrative, rooted in California Indian culture, as an environmental teaching tool for 6-12 year olds. Twin heroes rise to face the Glutton Monsters who are driven to consume all living things as they rampage across the Earth. Unsure as to whom they are, Silver Moon and Stone Eyes journey to seek their Native roots and find the power to confront these ravenous beasts. Much to their surprise, the struggle with the monsters takes a non-violent turn that calls upon the power of compassion to bring about a transformation. More information at: www.rampageofthegluttonmonsters.com. 13 illustrations. 72 pages.
INDIAN BASKETS OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
Art, Culture and History
Native American Basketry from San Francisco Bay and Monterey Bay
North to Mendocino and East to the Sierras
By Ralph Shanks M.A., edited by Lisa Woo Shanks. Co-published by MAPOM. Everyone wanting to understand and appreciate California Indian culture needs this book. Nothing was more vital to Native California life than the baskets everyone used each day. Baskets ranged from tiny miniatures so small that they could sit on the head of a pin, to huge feast baskets so large that, when filled, took four men to lift. Learn how baskets were used in weddings, as gifts, in seed processing, cooking, gathering, hunting, fishing, trapping, as baby cradles and even divorces! Basketry of the Miwok, Ohlone, Pomo, Maidu, Patwin, Wappo, Nomlaki, Yuki, Esselen and others across Central California are described in unprecedented richness, and shown with over 200 beautiful full-color photographs. 177 pages. Available new on Amazon
JULIA PARKER - GRANDMOTHER'S PRAYER
DVD produced by Wallace Murray and Tim Campbell. Co-sponsored by MAPOM. Told in her own words and filmed at Kule Loklo in Point Reyes, master basketweaver Julia Parker tells us her story and the significance of her teaching, giving us a glimpse of traditional skills that are deeply rooted in the California cultural landscape. 30 minutes. DVD
INTERVIEWS WITH TOM SMITH AND MARIA COPA
Isabel Kelly's Ethnographic Notes On The Coast Miwok Indians of Marin and Southern Sonoma Counties
Edited by Sylvia B. Thalman and Mary Collier. Published by MAPOM. Detailed information on the Coast Miwok people from extended interview notes made in 1931-1932 by UC Berkeley anthropologist. Topics ranging from food, family, dance, religion and medicine, 20 charts and maps, 46 photographs, and a comprehensive 44 page index. 543 pages.
COAST MIWOK INDIANS OF THE POINT REYES AREA
By Sylvia B. Thalman, illustrated by Ed Willie. This essential book with its detailed illustations covers the tribe's history from early times to the present. It has a strong botanical section as well as cultural and historical information. The late author was a specialist in tribal history and was the genealogical researcher for the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria. 41 pages.
SARAH WINNEMUCCA OF THE NORTHERN PAIUTE
By Gae Whitney Canfield. The story of one of America's first female activists and lecturers, a remarkable Indian woman from Nevada who was a spirited public speaker and determined to educate the public and improve conditions for members of her tribe. 39 photos and maps. 306 pages. Available new on Amazon.
DAWN OF THE WORLD
Stories Told by the Coast Miwok Indians
By C. Hart Merriam, edited by Bonnie Peterson, illustrated by Martha Heidinger. Published by MAPOM. Excerpts from the classic 1910 collection of Coast Miwok stories as told by the Hookooeko of Marin and the Olamentko of Bodega Bay. 37 pages. $10.00
WARRIOR BROTHERS
By Erik Gordon Bainbridge. Science fiction. Cody Jackson, a Coast Miwok/Pomo teenager born in space far from our solar system, is torn between his ancestral traditions from Earth that his father has tried to teach him and the more appealing traditions of the alien planet on which he's grown up. One tradition is the myth of the Warrior Brothers, ancient heroes who promised to someday return from the stars when their people needed them. When Cody and his best friend learn monks believe their return is imminent, the boys see themselves as naturals for the role and con the monks into anointing them as the long awaited reincarnations, but the prank turns deadly when myth and reality unexpectedly converge. Available for Kindle e-reader .
Related Titles Recommended by MAPOM
PRECIOUS CARGO
California Indian Cradle Baskets and Childbirth Traditions
By Brian Bibby. Features contemporary photographs of cradle baskets from twenty California tribes, from the exhibit originating at the Marin Museum of the American Indian. Includes interviews with the weavers and information on materials, weaving techniques, and childbirth and childrearing traditions. 146 pages. Available new on Amazon. Also published as DVD, not currently available.
1500 CALIFORNIA PLACE NAMES
Their Origin and Meaning
Edited by William Bright. A pocket-sized book of names of towns and locales whose origins tell of the richness of California history. Many Mexican Indian as well as California Indian place names are included. 170 pages. Available new on Amazon.
IT WILL LIVE FOREVER
Traditional Yosemite Indian Acorn Preparation
By Beverly Ortiz as told by Julia Parker. Julia shares her recollections of and experience in acorn preparation. Includes biographical and historical information about Native Californians of the Yosemite and Central Coast regions. Julia is a member of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria and also a descendent of the Kashaya Pomo. She is also a frequent MAPOM instructor. 148 pages. Available new on Amazon.
CHUMASH ETHNOBOTANY
By Jan Timbrook. Provides fascinating and detailed information on how one of the most influential California Indian cultures used countless California native plants. A great book for anyone interested in botany and Native American culture. 172 pages. Available new on Amazon.
BUCKSKIN
The Ancient Art of Braintanning
By Steven Edholm and Tamara Wilder. A comprehensive and practical guide to tanning methods used in America for thousands of years. Tamara is a frequent instructor of MAPOM classes. 307 pages. Available new on Amazon.
HOW TO KEEP YOUR LANGUAGE ALIVE By Leanne Hinton with Matt Vera and Nancy Steele. This book presents the master-apprentice approach to language learning that Is enabling Native Californians and others to revive endangered languages. 123 pages. Available new on Amazon.
THE DIRT IS RED HERE
Art and Poetry of Native California
Edited by Margaret Dubin. Contemporary works of art, poetry and prose by California Indians reflecting the vital and diverse artistic output from the many tribes. Includes "When my Great Grandfather Tom Smith caused the 1906 Earthquake" by Greg Sarris. 82 pages. Available new on Amazon.
GRASS GAMES AND MOON RACES
California Indian Games and Toys
By Jeannine Gendar. Since ancient times, California Indians have played an extraordinarily diverse range of games. This book brings to life traditional and contemporary toys and pastimes of Native California. 125 pages. Available new on Amazon.