Written from a First Nation perspective by internationally recognized Chickasaw bowyer Eric Smith, The Warrior's Tools offers a long needed introduction not only to Plains Indian bows but also arrows, quivers,and shields. Told in a conversational style with easy--to--follow instructions and expert asides, the book provides practical how--to information on bow making along with insight on the place bows, arrows, quivers, and shields held in tribal life in the past and the role they continue to play in First Nation communities today. The book includes a small, four--color photo gallery of the author's work, along with a glossary and illustrations of various types of Native American bows.