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Speaking for the People

Native Writing and the Question of Political Form

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Focusing on nineteenth-century Native writings, Mark Rifkin explores Indigenous political identity and the complexities of sovereignty amidst colonial influences. Through the works of authors like William Apess and Zitkala- a, he highlights the intellectual efforts in representing Indigenous experiences and negotiating their governance. Rifkin emphasizes the importance of these texts in contemporary discussions on Indigenous recognition and self-determination, advocating for a nuanced understanding of Native peoplehood as an ongoing process shaped by dialogue and debate.

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Speaking for the People, Mark Rifkin

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Title
Speaking for the People
Subtitle
Native Writing and the Question of Political Form
Language
English
Released
2021
Format
Hardcover
Pages
320
ISBN13
9781478013419
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Focusing on nineteenth-century Native writings, Mark Rifkin explores Indigenous political identity and the complexities of sovereignty amidst colonial influences. Through the works of authors like William Apess and Zitkala- a, he highlights the intellectual efforts in representing Indigenous experiences and negotiating their governance. Rifkin emphasizes the importance of these texts in contemporary discussions on Indigenous recognition and self-determination, advocating for a nuanced understanding of Native peoplehood as an ongoing process shaped by dialogue and debate.