Vine Deloria Jr (Books)

Vine Deloria Jr Books

Vine Deloria Jr. was an American Indian author, theologian, historian, and activist, widely recognized for his influential work, 'Custer Died for Your Sins: An Indian Manifesto.' His writings explore themes of American Indian life, politics, and spirituality, aiming to foster greater understanding and representation for indigenous peoples. Deloria's contributions significantly advanced the discourse on Native American issues and cultural preservation. His body of work remains essential for comprehending the complexities of indigenous identity and history in America.

Indians of the Pacific Northwest: From the Coming of the White Man to the Present Day

176 pages
7 hours of reading

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The Pacific Northwest was one of the most populated and prosperous regions for Native Americans before the coming of the white man. By the mid-1800s, measles and smallpox decimated the Indian population, and the remaining tribes were forced to give up their ancestral lands. Vine Deloria Jr., named one of the most influential religious thinkers in the world, tells the story of these tribes' fight for survival, one that continues today. Billy Frank Jr. was the first recipient of Indian Country Today's American Indian Visionary Award. Steve Pavlik is a professor of Native American studies at Northwest Indian College.