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Book Synopsis: "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 wide-ranging 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 non-Native, 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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Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey through the Indigenous Americas? Look no further than "The Truth About Stories: A Native Narrative." Native novelist and scholar Thomas King takes you on a thought-provoking exploration of how stories shape our identities and influence our interactions with others. From ancient tales of creation to present-day struggles for justice, King brilliantly reveals the deep-rooted connection between Native culture and storytelling.
With his unique blend of wry humor and personal anecdotes, King immerses you in the rich tapestry of his own experiences growing up in California as a Native North American. As you delve into this remarkable book, you'll soon realize that countless narratives about Indigenous communities have been spun over the years, creating an imaginary Indian in the minds of many. However, a new wave of Native writers, such as N. Scott Momaday and Leslie Marmon Silko, is challenging those stereotypes and offering alternative narratives that question the status quo, shape a vibrant present, and envisage a brighter future.
By delving into "The Truth About Stories," you'll gain a deeper understanding of the social and moral responsibilities that come hand in hand with storytelling. King's words will resonate not only with Native readers, but with anyone who wishes to broaden their perspective and embrace the power of narratives. Don't let the opportunity pass you by. Embrace the stories that have the potential to transform your outlook on life.
Don't wait for regret to set in - change starts now. Experience the mesmerizing world of Native narratives in "The Truth About Stories: A Native Narrative." Get your copy now and embark on an eye-opening journey that will forever change the way you see the world.
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