Native American literatures : an introduction / Suzanne Evertsen Lundquist.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lundquist, Suzanne Evertsen.

Series:

Continuum studies in literary genre

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

American literature--Indian authors--History and criticism.

American literature.

American literature--Indian authors.

Indians of North America--Intellectual life.

Indians of North America.

Indians in literature.

Physical Description:

vii, 315 pages ; 21 cm.

Place of Publication:

New York : Continuum, 2004.

Summary:

Following the structure of other titles in the Continuum Introductions to Literary Genres series, Native American Literatures includes: A broad definition of the genre and its essential elements. A timeline of developments within the genre. Critical concerns to bear in mind while reading in the genre. Detailed readings of a range of widely taught texts. In-depth analysis of major themes and issues. Signposts for further study within the genre. A summary of the most important criticism in the field. A glossary of terms. An annotated, critical reading list. This book offers students, writers, and serious fans a window into some of the most popular topics, styles and periods in this subject. Authors studied in Native American Literatures include: N. Scott Momaday, Leslie Marmon Silko, Louise Erdrich, James Welch, Linda Hogan, Gerald Vizenor, Sherman Alexie, Louis Owens, Thomas King, Michael Dorris, Simon Ortiz, Cater Revard and Daine Glancy

Contents:

What are Native American literatures?

Timeline

How to read Native American literatures

The best and the best known

Themes in Native American literatures

Key questions

Who are the major critics in the field, and what are their arguments?

Selected further readings, reference works and research tools.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 297-304) and index.

ISBN:

0826415989

0826415997

OCLC:

55801000