The Sea Is My Country - (The Henry Roe Cloud American Indians and Modernity) by Joshua L Reid (Paperback)

The Sea Is My Country is a comprehensive history of the Makah people, detailing their deep relationship with the sea and its centrality to their culture and identity.

This book provides a nuanced understanding of the Makah's experiences, from the arrival of maritime fur-traders in the 18th century to the present day.

Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Reid sheds light on the Makah's efforts to exercise control over their waters and resources, as well as their embrace of modern opportunities and technology to maintain autonomy and resist assimilation.

The Sea Is My Country is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Pacific Northwest, as well as the ongoing struggles of indigenous peoples to preserve their traditional ways of life.