Native American Discourse

Originally published in 1987 the aim of this book is to advance a fresh perspective on the presentation philology analysis and interpretation of oral literature and verbal art. Developed through commentaries and analysis of a range of texts from Native American communities past and present this original approach is centered on discourse which the contributors take as being the richest point of intersection among language culture society and individual expression. In discourse individuals draw on their own artistry at the same time as they draw on the special and unique resources of the language and culture of their communities.