The Navajo Nation: A Visitor's Guide |  | Authors: Patrick Lavin, Joan Lavin
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
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Media: Paperback
Edition: illustrated edition
Pages: 283
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Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.5 x 0.8
ISBN: 0781811805
Dewey Decimal Number: 917.9104540899726
EAN: 9780781811804
ASIN: 0781811805
Publication Date: August 2008
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Encompassing sections of Arizona, New Mexico, and southern Utah, the Navajo Nation is the largest American Indian reservation in the United States and home to numerous sites of historical interest and breathtaking natural beauty. A thoughtful source of travel plans and cultural advice, The Navajo Nation: A Visitor's Guide promises visitors a rich experience of the people and places of Navajoland. *Listings of major attractions, accommodations, scenic routes, and a guide to hiking and camping.
*Intriguing history, culture, language, and religion of the Navajo people.
*A 16-page color photo insert that brings the Navajo spirit to life!
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This hit the spot!!! November 19, 2008
critters
8 out of 8 found this review helpful
I was looking for more than just listings of restaurants, accomodations, etc, and this book is IT!! Yes, it has listings, but so much more--history of Navajoland, beliefs of the Navajo people, visitor etiquette, safety information, Navajo language translations, and much, much more. Timelines, appendices, glossary, references, and index complete this excellent work, not to mention a good number of full-color scenic photographs. I highly recommend this book for multi-faceted information about "Navajoland" and its people.
A useful collection of information about the Navajo Nation November 8, 2009
Robert C. Ross (New Jersey)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
At outset it's important to recognize that this is not a tourist's guide in the traditional sense. The maps are sketchy and there are no detailed suggested itineraries. It is essential to obtain an excellent map of any areas of interest so that you can find your way to your destinations and back home again.
That said, there are real treasures here, describing in clear and detailed language many of the aspects of Navajo culture. The official Navajo website invites the visitor to explore the Nation:
"The Navajo Nation extends into the states of Utah, Arizona and New Mexico, covering over 27,000 square miles of unparalleled beauty. The Navajo Reservation is home to more than a dozen national monuments, tribal parks and historical sites, and is peppered with a dozen lakes and ponds - Lake Powell alone has 186 miles of Navajoland shoreline.
"Here, you can step back in time and see how the ancient ones - the Anasazi people - lived thousands of years ago. The Navajo Nation has an array of ancient ruins, including the world renowned Navajo National Monument and the tranquil Chaco Culture National Historical Park. From the towering formations of Monument Valley to the majestic red sandstone walls and lush green valley floor of Canyon de Chelly, this is a land of great contrasts. We invite you to Discover Navajo."
The official site describes the Nation from the perspective of Native Americans; Patrick Lavin does so from the perspective of a visitor from a different culture. His Irish gift of language makes his descriptions even more interesting. For example, he provides a glossary of words and phrases and a bit of advice: '"Navajo speakers will appreciate your interest, chuckle at your efforts, and then will go out of their way to help you pronounce the words."
My advice: read the book, visit the official website [link in the first Comment], print out the official Guide, get a detailed map of any areas of personal interest, and learn about a fascinating culture.
Robert C. Ross 2009
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