As I slowly compile a list of books pertaining to regional Native Americans this is my first recommendation. The Northern Maidu by Marie Potts. Marie (1895-1978) was born at Big Meadows, now Lake Almanor, Plumas County. She recounts her childhood and the ways of the Northern Maidu. I highly recommend this slim volume.
In 2022, KQED published an article about Marie’s life. You can read it here
While the Northern Maidu is out of print, it is widely available at used book outlets. Personally, I use Bookbinder.com.
MANY thanks for the recommendation, Tim – after so many years working with Fritz Riddell and hearing his stories I almost feel like I’ve met Ms. Potts, but don’t think I ever did – will check my personal favorite (The Bookworm, a good old “bricks and mortar” local store, so full it seems like books are oozing out the door!)
Keep all the good info coming – SO good and SO informative!!
Thanks again –
The County’s best Historian by far.