indian women

"... an eclectic collection of poems, essays, interviews, and art that combine to express the experience of being a Native woman. Stories of abuse, humiliation, and stereotyping are countered by the voices of passionate women making themselves heard and demanding change."--Provided by publisher.

Presents an A to Z encyclopedia of Native American Indian women, their influence on native society, and their areas of achievement.

Provides brief biographical information on eleven Native American women writers and discusses their work through critical excerpts. Includes a bibliography of works written by each featured author.

From Aztec princess to slave and concubine, Huitzitzilin recounts her life during the Spanish conquest of Mexico. As she relates her tale to Father Benito, she forces him to see the conquest through the eyes of the conquered.

A collection of poems written by Joy Harjo between 1975 and 2001.

Presents essays about nine Native Americans who have made positive contributions to the arts, politics, sports, and other aspects of life in the United States.

A biography of Sacagawea, the Native American woman who served as an interpreter and guide for Lewis and Clark on their journey to the Pacific coast.