Examines the history of the Navajo people, discussing their beliefs, communities, family life and marriage, homes, food, animals, clothing, and weaving and other arts; discusses the changes forced on the Navajo by the U.S. government; and looks at the modern-day status of the Navajo nation.

Includes index.

The Navajo people -- Harmony and respect -- Navajo communities -- Family life -- Marriage -- The lives of children -- At home in a hogan -- Food from the land -- The importance of animals -- Weaving -- Arts, crafts, and clothing -- Dangerous times -- Forced change -- The Navajo today.