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justjacq's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
This is such an enlightening and educational pick and it's so easy to read. It really is just a question and answer session where Treuer offers insight on culture, history, and contemporary issues regarding Native Americans. I listened to it and feel like it was especially easy to follow. Treuer is candid in his explanations and does a great job of fostering reflection and understanding. I think it's important reading for just about anyone, but especially in the US, considering how little our country has done in terms of reparations for the genocide we committed against the Native American communities. It certainly broadened my knowledge and has prompted me to consider the ongoing impact of our historical injustices.
davidbythebay's review
challenging
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
I enjoyed this. I did the audiobook, read by the author, which I think helped. Some of the word choices, I think, could read negatively; but it is his reading that makes those sections what they are - a fair and even assessment of a question. I appreciated his handling of the various cultures discussed as well as his insightful understanding of the various laws. I am a lawyer, but a novice at "Indian Law" (as the field is usually called). So I knew a good bit of what he was talking about, but learned more. I wonder if the adult version of this book goes into more depth. I also wonder if there isn't a suggested bibliography for additional readings. I'd love to find some great examinations of cultural aspects of ancient and modern life.
leasummer's review against another edition
Great introduction book for adults or young adults looking to learn about Native Americans (focus is on US and Canada). Some of the answers are very basic and as the author states, giving a general idea when there are a lot of independent nations represented there is not one answer.
It seems like the YA version is much easier to access. My library doesn’t carry the adult version but has several copies of the YA.
Also I love this cover, so aesthetically pleasing and artist.
It seems like the YA version is much easier to access. My library doesn’t carry the adult version but has several copies of the YA.
Also I love this cover, so aesthetically pleasing and artist.
asevcik's review
5.0
This book was so well written and so informative. If you want to understand Indians and their culture, or even understand your heritage as an American better, you definitely should read this book. I don’t know how it compares to the adult version but I felt like the younger reader version was perfect even for me as an adult. It’s informative and is written in a very factual way and the author makes sure to be very clear when things are his own opinions. Also, be does a very good job of discussing multiple views on controversial topics and always allows for inclusivity of these multiple viewpoints. Highly recommend!
whoisshelby's review against another edition
5.0
Very very informative and accessible. Would be good to have a physical copy just to reference in the future.