Beyond the American Indian Stereotype: There's More to Me Than What You See

By Joely Proudfit

The pervasive nature of the appropriation of American Indian culture goes far beyond sports teams and mascots. The extent to which the appropriation and misrepresentation of American Indian culture exists is offensive and yet many residents of North America are unaware of the harm colloquialisms like "low man on the totem pole" or the inappropriate use of cultural artifacts in popular culture can cause. This book's author proposes that by moving beyond stereotypes, American Indians can have a better chance at living a full, authentic, and engaged life.

Beyond the American Indian Stereotype explores the pervasiveness of the appropriation of American Indian culture in a variety of areas by uncovering examples of contemporary Native American appropriation. The work provides readers with an informed lens through which to view contemporary native culture. Some of the subject areas include depictions in social groups such as the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, the fictional portrayal of American Indians in literature and media, and more. Attention is also paid to portrayals of American Indian women in Hollywood's feature films.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1440851026
• ISBN13: 9781440851025
• Release Date: January 2020
• Publisher: Praeger
• Length: 245 Pages