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The Truth About Stories: A Native Narrative (Indigenous Americas),Used
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Stories Are Wondrous Things. And They Are Dangerous.' In The Truth About Stories, Native Novelist And Scholar Thomas King Explores How Stories Shape Who We Are And How We Understand And Interact With Other People. From Creation Stories To Personal Experiences, Historical Anecdotes To Social Injustices, Racist Propaganda To Works Of Contemporary Native Literature, King Probes Native Culture'S Deep Ties To Storytelling. With Wry Humor, King Deftly Weaves Events From His Own Life As A Child In California, An Academic In Canada, And A Native North American With A Wideranging Discussion Of Stories Told By And About Indians. So Many Stories Have Been Told About Indians, King Comments, That 'There Is No Reason For The Indian To Be Real. The Indian Simply Has To Exist In Our Imaginations.' That Imaginative Indian That North Americans Hold Dear Has Been Challenged By Native Writers N. Scott Momaday, Leslie Marmon Silko, Louis Owens, Robert Alexie, And Others Who Provide Alternative Narratives Of The Native Experience That Question, Create A Present, And Imagine A Future. King Reminds The Reader, Native And Nonnative, That Storytelling Carries With It Social And Moral Responsibilties. 'Don'T Say In The Years To Come That You Would Have Lived Your Life Differently If Only You Had Heard This Story. You'Ve Heard It Now.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Truth About Stories'? A: The main theme of 'The Truth About Stories' is how storytelling shapes identity and influences our understanding of others, particularly within Native culture. Thomas King explores the power of narratives and their impact on societal perceptions.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Truth About Stories'? A: The author of 'The Truth About Stories' is Thomas King, a Native novelist and scholar known for his work in exploring Indigenous narratives and culture.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but is still in satisfactory condition for reading.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Truth About Stories' have? A: The book 'The Truth About Stories' contains 184 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of this book is paperback.
- Q: When was 'The Truth About Stories' published? A: The book was published on June 13, 2008.
- Q: Is 'The Truth About Stories' a first edition? A: Yes, this listing is for the first edition of 'The Truth About Stories'.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of Native American literature.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in this book? A: In 'The Truth About Stories', readers can expect a mix of personal anecdotes, historical insights, and commentary on the importance of storytelling in Native culture.
- Q: Does the book address social issues? A: Yes, Thomas King addresses various social issues, including historical injustices and the responsibilities of storytelling within the Native community.