Bison Hunting Strategies explores the sophisticated and sustainable methods used by indigenous peoples of the Great Plains to hunt bison.
It reveals that these practices weren't just about survival; they were a form of ecological management, showcasing a deep understanding of bison ecology and behavior.
For example, the construction and use of buffalo jumps and drive lanes required intricate social organization and engineering skills.
The book challenges conventional narratives by highlighting the proactive role indigenous communities played in shaping their environment through sustainable resource management.
By integrating archaeology, anthropology, and environmental history, the book demonstrates how these hunting strategies were central to indigenous cultures.
It progresses by first establishing the ecological context, then detailing the hunting strategies themselves, and finally analyzing their social and environmental impacts.
