Best Administrative Law - Indigenous Peoples Books of 2025

North Woods Survival: Train to Nowhere: A Wilderness Adventure Thriller is a captivating story about a young boy who wakes up in the middle of nowhere with no memory of who he is or how he got there. With only his backpack and winter gear, he must rely on his bushcraft skills to survive the deadly cold and overcome the challenges of mother nature. The book provides practical tips on wilderness survival, including building a snow cave, making snowshoes, and identifying animal tracks. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure and wants to learn more about wilderness survival.

The Native American Herbalist's Bible is a comprehensive guide to natural healing remedies. Written by Sakari Howell, a Native American herbalist expert, this book offers readers a chance to learn about the Native American spirituality, traditions, and relationship with nature. The book contains descriptions, preparation, use, and dosage of 88 easily available and highly effective Native American healing herbs. Also included are over 120 infusions, decoctions, herbal tinctures, salves, or essential oils to naturally cure 41 common ailments. This book is unique in its approach to natural healing and offers a wealth of knowledge for those looking to improve their wellness naturally.

Custer Died for Your Sins: An Indian Manifesto by Vine Deloria Jr. is a thought-provoking book that provides a unique, ironic Indian perspective on U.S. race relations, federal bureaucracies, Christian churches, and social scientists. The author's special point of view and humorous writing style make this book a must-read for all Americans interested in Native American history. The book's new preface acknowledges the substantial changes in the Indian world since its first publication, making it relevant for generations to come. Overall, this book is an essential addition to any Native American history book collection.

"I Am a Man" by Joe Starita tells the story of Chief Standing Bear's journey to seek justice for his Ponca Indian tribe, who were forcibly removed from their homeland in 1877. The book explores the complex relationship between the United States government and the tribe, as well as fundamental issues of citizenship, constitutional protection, cultural identity, and the nature of democracy. Starita's well-researched and insightful account reads like historical fiction, and offers a powerful insight into a dark chapter of American history. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and the ongoing struggle for cultural survival."

This book titled "American Indian Law in a Nutshell (Nutshells)" is an excellent resource for anyone interested in learning about the legal aspects of Indigenous Peoples in the United States. It provides a comprehensive overview of the complex legal system that governs Native American tribes and their relationship with the federal and state governments. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it accessible to both legal professionals and non-experts. The softbound print format is easy to handle and carry, making it a convenient reference tool. Overall, this book is a valuable addition to any library, and its unique focus on American Indian law makes it a must-read for those interested in this field.

Pagans in the Promised Land challenges the legitimacy of US federal Indian law and policy, arguing against the presumption that American Indian nations are subject to the plenary power of the United States. The author, Steven Newcomb, offers new insights by connecting the biblical basis of Christian discovery and dominion with the mentality of empire and domination, using cognitive theory to present a new perspective on the doctrine of discovery. This book is a must-read for anyone wanting to understand American policy towards indigenous peoples within its borders, and it sets forth a fresh way to think about and decode federal Indian law.

Blood Struggle: The Rise of Modern Indian Nations is a remarkable book that tells the story of how Native American tribes fought for their rights and sovereignty, beginning after World War II. The author, Charles F. Wilkinson, a former attorney with the Native American Rights Fund, provides a sympathetic and insightful account of this movement, highlighting the importance of honoring treaties and preserving Indian culture. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and the struggles faced by Indigenous peoples in the United States.

Cases and Materials on Federal Indian Law is a hardbound book that belongs to the American Casebook Series. The book is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn more about federal Indian law. The book contains comprehensive information on this field and is well-written, making it easy to understand. The authors have done an excellent job of explaining complex legal concepts in a way that is accessible to all readers. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in administrative law and indigenous peoples. Overall, this book is highly recommended for its clarity, depth, and the wealth of knowledge it provides.

The Rights of Indians and Tribes is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding Federal Indian Law. This book, published in 1983 and now in its fully updated new edition, provides a clear and easy-to-understand explanation of the most significant legal issues facing Indians and Indian tribes today. The Q&A format makes it particularly useful for tribal advocates, government officials, students, practitioners of Indian law, and the general public. With over 100,000 copies sold, numerous tribal leaders highly recommend it. This book is a remarkable resource that is both comprehensive and realistic.

This second edition of Decolonizing Methodologies by Linda Tuhiwai Smith offers a thought-provoking analysis of the intersection between imperialism and research, specifically how imperialism is embedded in disciplines of knowledge and tradition as 'regimes of truth.' The book presents an argument for the decolonization of research methods to reclaim control over indigenous ways of knowing and being. The author equips indigenous scholars with a series of methodological and political strategies for developing research that is empowering. The book is a landmark in decolonizing imperial Western knowledge and ways of knowing, making it a classic in the field of indigenous methodologies.