American Indians: Stereotypes and Realities

By: Devon A. Mihesuah

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Synopsis: American Indians are portrayed in many ways, but often the portraits reflect more myth than reality. "This book is not intended to chronicle the history of any tribe or to analyze its culture, nor to detail intricacies of American Indian tribal politics, law, or economics. It is not intended to glorify Indians nor to criticize those people who believe the myths. Its purpose is to stimulate dialogue and to correct some of the most prevalent misconceptions about Indians. There are more, no doubt. But it is my hope that this bookwill spur teachers to fight for better textbooks-books that include a complete history of this country -and to push for multicultural curriculums. It is important for all of us to recognize and to combat stereotypes. All peoples deserve to have their histories and cultures properly placed in the scheme of things. Anything less does us all a disservice." Mihesuah includes a generous number of recommended readings.