“The indigenous peoples of North America have always been exceptional craftsmen of birch bark canoes and leather boats. In the book Birch Canoes and Leather Boats of North America, authors Tappan Adney and Howard Irving Chapelle explore this ancient tradition of craftsmanship. They describe in detail the process of creating these boats, using authentic methods and materials used by indigenous peoples. This book is an important source of knowledge for both history buffs and specialists in the study of traditional folk art. The illustrations that accompany the text reveal the beauty and sophistication of these convenient and efficient means of transportation that were an important part of Native American life."