Native American Literatures: An Introduction / Edition 1

by Suzanne Evertsen Lundquist

Overview

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

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780826415998
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	10/08/2004
Series:	Literary Genres
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	326
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.68(d)

About the Author

Suzanne Lundquist is Associate Professor in American Literature, Brigham Young University, USA.

Table of Contents

	Acknowledgments
Chapter 1	What Are Native American Literatures?	1
Chapter 2	Timeline	11
Chapter 3	How to Read Native American Literatures	17
Chapter 4	The Best and the Best Known	31
Chapter 5	Themes in Native American Literatures	195
Chapter 6	Key Questions	253
Chapter 7	Who Are the Major Critics in the Field, and What Are Their Arguments?	277
Chapter 8	Selected Further Readings, Reference Works and Research Tools	297
Chapter 9	Glossary	305
	Index	311