Dictionary of Native American Literature (Garland Reference Library of the Humanities)

ISBN 10: 0815315600 / ISBN 13: 9780815315605

Published by Garland, 1994

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Dictionary of Native American Literature (Garland Reference Library of the Humanities)
• Publisher: Garland
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0815315600
• ISBN 13: 9780815315605
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Dictionary of Native American Literature is a unique, comprehensive, and authoritative guide to the oral and written literatures of Native Americans. It lays the perfect foundation for understanding the works of Native. The book features reports on the oral traditions of various tribes and topics such as the relation of the Bible, dreams, oratory, humor, autobiography, and federal land policies to Native American literature. Eight additional essays cover teaching Native American literature, new fiction, new theater, and other important topics, and there are bio-critical essays on more than 40 writers ranging from William Apes (who in the early 19th century denounced white society's treatment of his people) to contemporary poet Ray Young Bear. Packed with information that was once scattered and scarce, the Dictionary of Native American Literature -a valuable one-volume resource-is sure to appeal to everyone interested in Native American history, culture, and literature.

About the Author

Wiget, Andrew