Written from a Native American perspective by internationally recognized Chickasaw bowyer Eric Smith, THE WARRIOR'S TOOLS offers a long needed introduction to not only 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 tribal communities today. The book includes a small gallery of the author's work.