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Native Waters: Contemporary Indian Water Settlements and the Second Treaty Era,New
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Since the beginning of the reservation era, the bitter conflict between Indians and nonIndians over water rights was largely confined to the courtroom. But in the 1980s the federal government began to emphasize negotiated settlements over lawsuits, and the settlements are changing water rights in fundamental waysnot only for tribes but also for nonIndian communities that share scarce water resources with Indians. In Native Waters, Daniel McCool describes the dramatic impact these settlements are having both on Indian country and on the American West as a whole. Viewing the settlements as a second treaty era, he considers whether they will guarantee the water future of reservationsor, like treaties of old, will require tribes to surrender vast resources in order to retain a small part of their traditional homelands. As one tribal official observed, 'It's like your neighbors have been stealing your horses for many years, and now we have to sit down and decide how many of those horses they get to keep.' Unlike technical studies of water policy, McCool's book is a readable account that shows us real people attempting to end real disputes that have been going on for decades. He discusses specific water settlements using a combination of approachesfrom personal testimony to traditional social science methodologyto capture the richness, complexity, and human texture of the water rights conflict. By explaining the processes and outcomes in plain language and grounding his presentation in relevant explanations of Indian culture, he conveys the complexity of the settlements for readers from a wide range of disciplines. Native Waters illustrates how America is coming to grips with an issue that has long been characterized by injustice and conflict, seeking to enhance our understanding of the settlements in the hope that this understanding will lead to better settlements for all parties. As one of the first assessments of a policy that will have a pervasive impact for centuries to come, it shows that how we resolve Indian water claims tells us a great deal about who we are as a nation and how we confront difficult issues involving race, culture, and the environment.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Native Waters'? A: 'Native Waters' explores the conflict over water rights between Indian tribes and non-Indian communities, particularly focusing on the shift from lawsuits to negotiated settlements.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Native Waters'? A: The author of 'Native Waters' is Daniel McCool, who provides insights into the complexities of water rights and settlements affecting Indian communities.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: 'Native Waters' is available in paperback format and is a second edition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Native Waters' have? A: 'Native Waters' contains 237 pages.
- Q: Is 'Native Waters' a new or used book? A: 'Native Waters' is listed as a new book in good condition.
- Q: When was 'Native Waters' published? A: 'Native Waters' was published on October 26, 2006.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from 'Native Waters'? A: 'Native Waters' is beneficial for readers from various disciplines, particularly those interested in Native American issues, water rights, and environmental policy.
- Q: What unique approach does the author take in 'Native Waters'? A: The author combines personal testimonies and traditional social science methodologies to provide a rich, human perspective on water rights conflicts.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in 'Native Waters'? A: Key themes include the negotiation of water rights, the impact of settlements on communities, and the historical context of Indian treaties.
- Q: Can 'Native Waters' help in understanding current water rights issues? A: 'Native Waters' aims to enhance understanding of ongoing water rights issues and their implications for both Indian and non-Indian communities.