Overview

The fictional worlds created by many contemporary American and Canadian Indigenous novelists for young people provide unique access to the lived experiences of Indigenous people, past, present, and future and the often inaccessible worlds they inhabit. Readers age 10-16 will gain many insights about Indigenous people and themselves—Indigenous and non-Indigenous readers alike—through sustained immersion in fictional worlds where Indigenous people are foregrounded, active, autonomous, respected, and valued.

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Author:   Don K. Philpot
Publisher:   Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Imprint:   Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Dimensions:   Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.20cm , Length: 22.80cm
Weight:   0.245kg
ISBN:  

9781475860498

ISBN 10:   1475860498
Pages:   154
Publication Date:   16 August 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

ContentsContents Prefatory Note About In-Text Citations and References Chapter 1 Indigenous Novels, Indigenized Worlds Indigenous Novels, Indigenized Worlds Indigenous Authors, Indigenous Novels, and Narrative Genre Book Organization and Chapter Overviews Indigenized Fictional Worlds: Books 1 and 2 References Chapter 2 Indigenous Novels and Novelists Chapter Overview Selected Novels Showcased Novelists Methodology: the Identification and Grouping of Indigenizing Features References Chapter 3 Group A: Time, History, Ancestry Chapter Overview 1. Time 2. Tribal history 3. Ancestry Endnotes Chapter 4 Group B: Cultural (Religious) Beliefs Chapter Overview 4. Religious Beliefs and Practices Set 4.1 Central Religious Beliefs Set 4.2 Sacred Religious Practices and Objects Endnotes References Chapter 5 Group B: Cultural Values And Events Chapter Overview 5. Cultural Values 6. Cultural Events Set 6.1 Traditional Games, Dancing, and Songs Set 6.2 Family-based Feasts Set 6.3 Festivals and Special Community Events Set 6.4 Ceremonies Endnotes References Chapter 6 Group B: Cultural Traditions Chapter Overview 7. Cultural Traditions Set 7.1 Traditional Knowledge, Skills, and Roles Set 7.2 Subsistence Strategies Set 7.3 Traditional Modes of Travel and Conveyance Set 7.4 Traditional Houses and Shelters Set 7.5 Traditional Craftmanship and Repairs Set 7.6 Traditional Implements and Materials Set 7.7 Traditional Foods, Drinks, and Medicines Endnotes Chapter 7 Group C: Language Use, Stories, and Storytelling Chapter Overview 8. Language Use, Storytelling, and Stories Set 8.1 Language Use Set 8.2 Storytelling, Stories, and Writing Endnotes References Chapter 8 Group C: Family Life and Kinship Chapter Overview 9. Family Life and Kinship Set 9.1 Family Life Set 9.2 Childbirth and Childhood Play Set 9.3 Coming of Age, Courtship, and Marriage Set 9.4 Kinship References Chapter 9 Group D: Destruction and Restoration Chapter Overview 10. Divestments, Denigration, Subjugation, Disease Set 10.1 Forced Appropriation, Moves, Separations, Sterilization, and Deprivation Set 10.2 Cultural Denigration, Disdain, and Identity Concealment Set 10.3 Harassment, Subjugation, and Brutality Set 10.4 Disease 11. Sovereignty, Defense, and Leadership Set 11.1 Sovereignty and Defense Set 11.2 Leadership 12. Recovery and Restoration Concluding Thoughts: Indigenous Novels, Indigenized Worlds Endnotes References Appendix A: An Inventory of Features For Two Novels Group A: Time, History, Ancestry Group B: Cultural Beliefs, Values, Events, Traditions Group C: Language, Storytelling, Family Life, Kinship Group D: Destruction & Restoration Appendix B: An Inventory of Features For Two Novels Group A: Time, History, Ancestry Group B: Cultural Beliefs, Values, Events, Traditions Group C: Language, Storytelling, Family Life, Kinship Group D: Destruction & Restoration About the Author

Reviews

"Indigenized Novels, Indigenized Worlds is a valuable resource for educators wishing to instill an understanding of Indigenous literatures and world views in classrooms with 10-16 year old readers. The book examines works of Indigenous fiction from a broad cross-section of nations and cultures, emphasizing their textual features and common themes/tropes. Philpot does not make the mistake of using a ""Pan-Indian"" approach in his analysis. The wide variety of languages and cultures represented in the texts emphasizes the heterogeneity of Indigenous experiences, as well as what these fictionalized worlds of Indigenous experience have in common. The books that Philpot draws from span Canadian and US contexts. This breadth is not often found in discussions of North American Indigenous literatures, which tend to focus on either the Canadian or the American experience exclusively. Indigenized Novels is well organized and provides educators, especially those with little background in Indigenous literatures, with a functional teaching tool. The annotated references and descriptions of the novels make it a very useful and practical guide. Of particular note is Philpot's section on ""Language Use, Stories, and Storytelling."" Ironic in the most positive sense of the word, here the author shows an understanding of Indigenous knowledge making in terms of story, while simultaneously unpacking other narratives, including those of Western style educational discourse.--Blanca Schorcht, PhD, Professor Emerita, Comparative Literature, University of Northern British Columbia Indigenous Novels, Indigenized Worlds by Don K. Philpot, is a fascinating look at Indigenous culture, values, and traditions. The distinctiveness of the worldview and customs of Indigenous people is captured in this work. This book makes a significant contribution to the value of Indigenous knowledge and brings light to the world of Indigenous thought and story. The cultural values and traditions are authentic and well researched. The exploration of how these novels can provide deeper insight into Indigenous life is timely and supports understanding of Indigenous identity.--Angelina Weenie, PhD. Associate Professor, First Nations University of Canada, Indigenous Education Program Coordinator, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada"

"Indigenized Novels, Indigenized Worlds is a valuable resource for educators wishing to instill an understanding of Indigenous literatures and world views in classrooms with 10-16 year old readers. The book examines works of Indigenous fiction from a broad cross-section of nations and cultures, emphasizing their textual features and common themes/tropes. Philpot does not make the mistake of using a ""Pan-Indian"" approach in his analysis. The wide variety of languages and cultures represented in the texts emphasizes the heterogeneity of Indigenous experiences, as well as what these fictionalized worlds of Indigenous experience have in common. The books that Philpot draws from span Canadian and US contexts. This breadth is not often found in discussions of North American Indigenous literatures, which tend to focus on either the Canadian or the American experience exclusively. Indigenized Novels is well organized and provides educators, especially those with little background in Indigenous literatures, with a functional teaching tool. The annotated references and descriptions of the novels make it a very useful and practical guide. Of particular note is Philpot's section on ""Language Use, Stories, and Storytelling."" Ironic in the most positive sense of the word, here the author shows an understanding of Indigenous knowledge making in terms of story, while simultaneously unpacking other narratives, including those of Western style educational discourse. Indigenous Novels, Indigenized Worlds by Don K. Philpot, is a fascinating look at Indigenous culture, values, and traditions. The distinctiveness of the worldview and customs of Indigenous people is captured in this work. This book makes a significant contribution to the value of Indigenous knowledge and brings light to the world of Indigenous thought and story. The cultural values and traditions are authentic and well researched. The exploration of how these novels can provide deeper insight into Indigenous life is timely and supports understanding of Indigenous identity."

Author Information

Don K. Philpot is a teacher, teacher educator, and writer. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on the topics of instructional methodologies, content area reading, reading and writing instruction, and children’s literature in south central Pennsylvania.

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