Includes bibliographical references (p. [323]-346) and index.
Contents
Adrift with the Indian Office : the historical development of tribal acknowledgment policy, 1776-1978 -- Building an edifice : the BIA's federal acknowledgment process, 1978-2002 -- Bypassing the bureau : the Pascua Yaquis' quest for legislative tribal recognition -- Sometimes salvation : the Death Valley Timbisha Shoshones of California and the BIA's federal acknowledgment process -- A matter of visibility : the United Houma Nation's struggle for tribal acknowledgment -- From playing Indian to playing slots : gaming, recognition, and the Tiguas of El Paso, Texas.