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The Heirs Of Columbus,New
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A Novel Which Turns Cultural Aggression On Its Head As The Native American Heirs Of Christopher Columbus, Himself Descended From Early Mayan Explorers, Create A Fantastic Tribal Nation.'If You Must Read A Book On Columbus,' Declared The Los Angeles Times In Its Review Of The Heirs Of Columbus, 'This Is The One.' Gerald Vizenor'S Novel Reclaims The Story Of Chrisopher Columbus On Behalf Of Native Americans By Declaring The Explorer Himself To Be A Descendent Of Early Mayans And Follows The Adventures Of His Modernday, Mixedblood Heirs As They Create A Fantastic Tribal Nation.The Genetic Heirs Of Christopher Columbus Meet Annually At The Stone Tavern At The Headwaters Of The Mississippi To Remember Their 'Stories In The Blood' And Plan Their Tribal Nation. They Are Inspired By The Latenight Talk Radio Discourses Of Stone Columbus, A Trickster Healer Who Became Rich As The Captain Of The Sovereign Bingo Barge Santa Maria Casino, Anchored In The International Waters Of The Lake Of The Woods. The Heirs' Plan To Reclaim Their Heritage Enrages The Government And Inspires The Tribal Nations In A Comic Tale Of Mythic Proportions.Vizenor Is A Mixedblood Chippewa Who Writes Fiction In The Trickster Mode Of Native American Tradition, Using Humor To Challenge Received Ideas And Subvert The Status Quo. In The Heirs Of Columbus He 'Reveals Not Only How Indians Have Staved Off The Tidal Wave Of Assimilation,' Noted The San Francisco Chronicle, 'But Also How, Through Humor And Persistence, They Sometimes Reverse The Direction Of Cultural Appropriation And, In The Process, Transform The Alien Values Imposed On Them.''Vizenor Understands The Wilder, Irrational, Halfmad Parts Of The Discoverer'S Soul As Few People Ever Have,' Noted Kirkpatrick Sale In The Nation; 'Columbus Is Appropriated Here In An Entirely New Way, Made To Be An Indian In Service To His Indian Descendents.' And The Voice Literary Supplement Said 'Even More Rousing Than Vizenor'S Deconstruction Of Columbus, Though, Is His Alternative Vision Of An American Identity.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Heirs of Columbus'? A: 'The Heirs of Columbus' explores cultural identity and reclamation through the lens of the Native American descendants of Christopher Columbus, presenting a narrative that challenges historical perspectives.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Heirs of Columbus'? A: The author is Gerald Vizenor, a mixedblood Chippewa writer known for his innovative storytelling that incorporates Native American traditions and humor.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Heirs of Columbus'? A: 'The Heirs of Columbus' is a novel, specifically a revised edition that combines fiction with cultural commentary.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Heirs of Columbus' have? A: 'The Heirs of Columbus' contains 198 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is categorized as a used book in good condition, meaning it may show some signs of wear but is still fully readable.
- Q: When was 'The Heirs of Columbus' published? A: 'The Heirs of Columbus' was published on July 15, 1991.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'The Heirs of Columbus'? A: This edition of 'The Heirs of Columbus' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for 'The Heirs of Columbus'? A: 'The Heirs of Columbus' is suitable for readers interested in Native American literature, cultural studies, and those who appreciate novels that challenge historical narratives.
- Q: What makes 'The Heirs of Columbus' unique? A: The novel is unique in its blend of myth, humor, and cultural critique, presenting a fresh perspective on the legacy of Christopher Columbus through the eyes of his Native American heirs.
- Q: Does 'The Heirs of Columbus' include any illustrations or images? A: The book does not specify any illustrations; it primarily focuses on text and narrative.