Twospirit People: Native American Gender Identity, Sexuality, And Spirituality

Twospirit People: Native American Gender Identity, Sexuality, And Spirituality

In Stock
SKU: SONG0252066456
Brand: University Of Illinois Press
Condition: Used
$31.50
Quantity
Add to wishlist
Add to compare
Sold by Ergodebooks, an authorized reseller.

Processing time: 1-3 days

US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days

International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days

Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items

Payment Option
Payment Methods

Help

If you have any questions, you are always welcome to contact us. We'll get back to you as soon as possible, withing 24 hours on weekdays.

Customer service

All questions about your order, return and delivery must be sent to our customer service team by e-mail at yourstore@yourdomain.com

Sale & Press

If you are interested in selling our products, need more information about our brand or wish to make a collaboration, please contact us at press@yourdomain.com

This Landmark Book Combines The Voices Of Native Americans And Nonindians, Anthropologists And Others, In An Exploration Of Gender And Sexuality Issues As They Relate To Lesbian, Gay, Transgendered, And Other Marked Native Americans. Focusing On The Concept Of Twospirit Peopleindividuals Not Necessarily Gay Or Lesbian, Transvestite Or Bisexual, But Whose Behaviors Or Beliefs May Sometimes Be Interpreted By Others As Uncharacteristic Of Their Sexthis Book Is The First To Provide An Intimate Look At How Many Twospirit People Feel About Themselves, How Other Native Americans Treat Them, And How Anthropologists And Other Scholars Interpret Them And Their Cultures.1997 Winner Of The Ruth Benedict Prize For An Edited Book Given By The Society Of Lesbian And Gay Anthropologists.

⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):

This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

  • Q: What is the main topic of 'Two-Spirit People'? A: The book explores gender identity and sexuality issues among Native Americans, particularly focusing on the concept of two-spirit people, who may not conform to traditional gender roles.
  • Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Two-Spirit People' is Sue-Ellen Jacobs.
  • Q: What is the significance of two-spirit people in Native American culture? A: Two-spirit people hold a unique place in many Native American cultures, often embodying a blend of masculine and feminine traits, and are recognized for their spiritual and cultural contributions.
  • Q: When was 'Two-Spirit People' published? A: 'Two-Spirit People' was published on July 1, 1997.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
  • Q: How many pages are in 'Two-Spirit People'? A: The book contains 352 pages.
  • Q: Is 'Two-Spirit People' a scholarly work? A: Yes, it combines contributions from anthropologists and other scholars to provide an in-depth exploration of the two-spirit identity.
  • Q: What awards has 'Two-Spirit People' received? A: In 1997, it won the Ruth Benedict Prize for an edited book from the Society of Lesbian and Gay Anthropologists.
  • Q: What themes are explored in 'Two-Spirit People'? A: The book addresses themes of gender identity, sexuality, and the social treatment of two-spirit individuals within Native American communities.
  • Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Two-Spirit People' is suitable for academic study, particularly in fields related to gender studies, anthropology, and Native American studies.

Recently Viewed