Author: James H. Howard, Shawnee!, The Ceremonialism of a Native American Tribe and its Cultural Background, is an anthropological documentation of this largely ignored tribe of American Indians. The book provides a wealth of information about traditional Shawnee culture, including maps, photographs, paintings, musical notations of Shawnee songs and descriptions of their ceremonies and dances as recounted by contemporary Shawnee. Though it reads like the academic study that it is, the author, who spent several years visiting the Shawnee and participating in ceremonies, games and everyday activities, is clearly passionate about his study and creates a rich resource for learning about a rich culture. Soft cover, 6"x9", 424 pages. To order toll free, call 866-596-9982. Reviewed by Julie.