Indian Givers: How the Indians of the Americas Transformed the World

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In Indian Givers, Jack Weatherford outlines the significant yet often disregarded contributions of American Indians to modern society, examining their impact on agriculture, economics, politics, philosophy, and architecture. The book also highlights the wisdom and innovations of indigenous cultures, offering a multidimensional perspective on their influence throughout history. The narrative includes vivid personal stories from present-day Indians and argues how these contributions shaped the modern world. Several chapters discuss violent conflicts and the devastating impacts of colonization on indigenous communities.