“An excellent, important research publication with scholarly significance in the fields of indigenous history, historical archaeology, and Plateau and Northwest Coast cultural studies. It provides a model for thorough, high-resolution excavation and analytical techniques.”
—Aron L. Crowell, Alaska director, Arctic Studies Center, Smithsonian Institution
“The archaeology of the Fur Trade era has been approached for the most part from a Eurocentric perspective, so this book provides an important counterpoint that should be widely publicized. It adds a lot of detail and new data to interior Salish enthnohistorical archaeology. The content is unique and illuminating.”
—Maria Nieves Zedeño, professor of anthropology, University of Arizona
“I like several things about this book. It is a useful contribution to understanding processes of change in nineteenth century British Columbia, especially in the mid-Fraser River region. It significantly expands the scope of historic period archaeology in the province by focusing on First Nations, who have received scant previous attention. The book also provides a useful model for incorporating Indigenous frameworks into archaeological analyses and offers interesting data and insights for comparison.”—BCBookLook.com
“This book is more than the sum of its parts. The amalgamation of many separate studies succeeds in giving the reader a very high-resolution picture of the contact-period occupation at Bridge River. Subject matter is well chosen and diverse…. The book breathes life into St’Át’imc society during a critical period in its history.”
—Alaska Journal of Anthropology
“The premise of the volume is unique, and the collaboration of many scholars (along with the participation of the descendant community) allows for the contribution of diverse theoretical perspectives and interpretations…. The methodological breadth on display across the different chapters will be useful for students and professionals looking for analytical inspiration.”
—Pacific Northwest Quarterly
