An original approach through commentaries and analysis of a range of texts from Native American communities, centered on discourse, which the contributors take as being the richest point of intersection among language, culture, society, and individual expression. In discourse, individuals draw on their own artistry at the same time as they draw on the special and unique resources of the language and culture of their communities. In excellent condition with light fading on the dust jacket spine. Size: 6" - 9�".

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Title: Native American Discourse: Poetics and Rhetoric (Cambridge Studies in Oral and Literate Culture)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 1987
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0521329361
ISBN 13: 9780521329361
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
Book Type: book

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Originally published in 1987, the aim of this book is to advance a fresh perspective on the presentation, philology, analysis, and interpretation of oral literature and verbal art. Developed through commentaries and analysis of a range of texts from Native American communities, past and present, this original approach is centered on discourse, which the contributors take as being the richest point of intersection among language, culture, society, and individual expression. In discourse, individuals draw on their own artistry at the same time as they draw on the special and unique resources of the language and culture of their communities.

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Originally published in 1987, the aim of this book is to advance a fresh perspective on the presentation, philology, analysis, and interpretation of oral literature and verbal art.

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