Eric Cheyfitz Books

The book examines the gap between political language and reality in the U.S. following the Great Recession, highlighting various crises—social, political, economic, and environmental. It critiques the concept of "American exceptionalism" and advocates for a more sustainable and democratic approach to governance. Through this analysis, it seeks to redefine the narrative surrounding American identity and policy in the context of contemporary challenges.

Focusing on the interplay between Native American literatures and federal Indian law, this work critiques colonialism and advocates for the complete decolonization of Indian country. Cheyfitz argues that true sovereignty for Native nations requires dismantling subordinate sovereignty upheld by federal law. Through intersectional readings of notable authors, he highlights how Native literatures respond to legal impacts on Indigenous life and emphasizes the importance of understanding these texts in the context of colonial resistance and the historical assault on Indigenous peoples.