Two Families: Treaties and Government

by Harold R. Johnson

Book Overview

First Nations Elders interpreted treaties as instruments that gave Europeans the right to settle here, share resources, and build a relationship of equality with those who were here before. These elders did not intend the treaties to allow the subjugation and impoverishment of First Nations, or give settler governments the right to legislate every aspect of First Nations activities. In an easy to read narrative, Harold Johnson presents an eloquent...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 189583029X
• ISBN13: 9781895830293
• Release Date: February 2007
• Publisher: Purich Pub.
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.9"