Intended as a guide to reliable sources and studies on the Ojibwa people, this bibliography cites 275 sources published between 1778 and 1975. The survey of the literature on this extensive tribe is especially valuable for sources relevant to certain much-argued issues in anthropology and history. One of these is the nature of a tribe--what are the criteria that distinguish a tribe from a band or a clan? How does a tribe preserve its identity after changing its name and migrating from the territory with which it has been identified? How does it establish a recognized claim to live and govern in a new territory? The problems with the nomenclature for the Ojibwas is rich in object lessons for the study of other tribes also. This bibliography is in an essay format. The essay is organized by subheadings: the accounts of travelers and explorers, missionaries and their missions, regional studies, anthropological contributions, language and tradition, the portrayal of Ojibwa life, treaties and claims cases, and sources for advanced research. An alphabetical list of all works cited is included. All citations in the essay are keyed by means of bracketed numbers to the more complete information in the list. Preceding the list are two sets of recommended titles--one for the beginner and the other for a basic library collection. Works suitable for secondary school students are denoted by asterisks in the alphabetical list. This book can be useful to both beginning students and advanced scholars. (Author/NQ)