The Delight Makers

The Delight Makers is a historical novel written by Adolph F. Bandelier. The novel is set in pre-Columbian America and tells the story of the Pueblo Indians of New Mexico. The book explores the culture, customs, and beliefs of these indigenous people through the eyes of a Spanish explorer named Coronado.Coronado is on a mission to find the fabled Seven Cities of Gold, but he becomes fascinated by the Pueblo Indians and their way of life. He befriends a young Pueblo man named Po-cha-na-quar-hip, who becomes his guide and interpreter. Through their conversations and experiences, Coronado learns about the complex social and religious structures of the Pueblo people.The novel also delves into the role of the Delight Makers, a group of men who were responsible for organizing and conducting the various religious ceremonies and festivals of the Pueblo people. The Delight Makers were highly respected members of the community and played an important role in maintaining the spiritual and cultural traditions of the Pueblo Indians.The Delight Makers is a fascinating exploration of the history and culture of the Pueblo Indians. Bandelier's vivid descriptions and attention to detail bring the world of pre-Columbian America to life, and the novel provides a unique perspective on the interactions between Spanish explorers and indigenous peoples. Overall, The Delight Makers is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history and culture.Fictionalized Story About The Pueblo Indians Who Bandelier Studied For 8 Years; Based On His Ethnological And Archaeological Study; Written At Cochiti And Santa Fe; Bandelier National Monument, Named After The Author, Was The First Us National Monument.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.