Explorations in Ethnic Studies
Orginal Publication Date
1978
Journal Title
Explorations in Ethnic Studies
Volume
1
Issue
ees/vol1/iss2
First Page
46
Last Page
47
Abstract
Speaking at the Annual Conference on Ethnic and Minority Studies in April, Bea Medicine admonished the audience that rather than lament the work which has not yet been done by or about Native American women, we must recognize the significance and breadth of what has already been written. I Am the Fire of Time shows just that. The selections come from nineteenth century transcripts as well as from contemporary women poets and activists. Over and over the reader is reminded that the Native American woman was not and is not the drudge or burden bearer portrayed in American fiction and by Hollywood producers, but rather, as participant in various roles, she has been and continues to be important in tribal life.
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Copyright, ©EES, The National Association for Ethnic Studies, 1978