Playing Indian
Book • 1998
Philip J. Deloria's "Playing Indian" explores the complex history of white Americans adopting Native American identities and traditions.
The book examines how this practice has been used to both appropriate Native culture and to create a romanticized image of Native Americans.
Deloria traces this phenomenon from early colonial encounters to the present day, highlighting its impact on Native communities and the broader American identity.
He argues that this appropriation is a persistent and ongoing issue with significant consequences.
The book challenges readers to confront the historical and contemporary implications of this cultural appropriation.
It encourages a deeper understanding of the complexities of identity and the lasting effects of colonialism.
The book examines how this practice has been used to both appropriate Native culture and to create a romanticized image of Native Americans.
Deloria traces this phenomenon from early colonial encounters to the present day, highlighting its impact on Native communities and the broader American identity.
He argues that this appropriation is a persistent and ongoing issue with significant consequences.
The book challenges readers to confront the historical and contemporary implications of this cultural appropriation.
It encourages a deeper understanding of the complexities of identity and the lasting effects of colonialism.
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