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"Apauk Caller of Buffalo", James Willard Schultz

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 Apauk Caller of Buffalo , James Willard Schultz
Offered in this lot is the First Edition of, "Apauk, Caller of Buffalo" by James Willard Schultz, 1916. Blackfoot boy Apauk longs to be a buffalo caller, the member of the tribe responsible for luring buffalo to a death trap concealed beyond the edge of a cliff. Apauk endures many tests, some of them heartbreaking, before he learns the 'medicine' or secret to being a master of the herd. This is his story. James Willard Schultz, or Apikuni, (1859-1947) was a noted author, explorer, Glacier National Park guide, fur trader and historian of the Blackfeet Indians. He operated a fur trading post at Carroll, Montana and lived among the Pikuni tribe during the period 1880-82. He was given the name Apikuni by the Pikuni chief, Running Crane. Apikuni in Blackfeet means "Spotted Robe." Schultz is most noted for his 37 books, most about Blackfoot life, and for his contributions to the naming of prominent features in Glacier National Park.
The book is in good overall condition, the textured mustard yellow cloth bound stamped cover is in good condition, slight scuffing to the edges, intact pages are age tanned and foxing is noted. Measures 5.5"W x 8.25"L x 1"D