American Indian Quotations (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313291210)

The first book of American Indian quotations, this volume offers 800 quotations covering more than four centuries of American life. The quotations include the words of warriors, poets, politicians, doctors, lawyers, athletes, and others. Arranged chronologically, they enable one to follow the history of American Indians since Columbus through the words of those who lived through centuries of despoilment, disease, and death. Putting real people into the tragedy that has been the story of Indian life, the book includes quotes not only about historic incidents, but also of Indian views on education, values, ecology, family, and religion. There is humor as well as quotations of defiance, war, and bloodshed. The language is rich and colorful, always moving.

The book provides brief biographical information on those quoted, including both contemporary and historical figures. The material is cross-referenced with subject, key word, author, and tribal indexes. The work is a reference book, a history book, and a resource for speakers and educators.

Author: Howard J. Langer
ISBN-10: 0313291217
ISBN-13: 9780313291210
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 06/24/1996
Pages: 288
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.36lbs
Size: 9.51h x 6.44w x 1.09d

Review Citation(s):
LJ Best Reference Sources 01/01/1997 pg. 37
Booklist 01/01/2000 pg. 956
Booklist 06/01/2002 pg. 1760
Booklist 11/15/1996