Facing East from Indian Country: A Native History of Early America
2001·336 pages
A Native-centered history of early America, challenging Eurocentric narratives with indigenous perspectives.
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A Native-centered history of early America, challenging Eurocentric narratives with indigenous perspectives.
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"In the beginning, North America was Indian country. But only in the beginning. After the opening act of the great national drama, Native Americans yielded to the westward rush of European settlers." "Or so the story usually goes. Yet, for three centuries after Columbus, Native people controlled most of eastern North America and profoundly shaped its destiny. In Facing East from Indian Country, Daniel K. Richter keeps Native people center-stage throughout the story of the origins of the United S...
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Sexual content
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Historical references to sexual attitudes in conversion narratives, including one figure's aversion to intercourse.
Violence & gore
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Accounts of colonial warfare, epidemics, and displacement without graphic on-page detail.
Profanity
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No profanity or strong language present.
Substance use
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No evidence found in available sources.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Frequent discussion of Native spiritual traditions, Christian conversions, and religious leaders.
Magic & witchcraft
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No fantasy magic elements present.
Occult / demonology
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No occult or demonology content present.
Political content
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Central argument reframes U.S. origins through Native political agency and marginalization.
Self-harm / suicide
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No evidence found in available sources.
Abuse & suffering
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Details systemic suffering from disease, warfare, and forced displacement of Native communities.
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