Presents an annotated listing of bibliographies, classroom texts, criticism, and journals and newsletters for those interested in the study of American Indian literature. (AEA)

Argues that oral and written American Indian literatures should be part of American literature courses dealing with the conquest of the West, the local color movement, or regional literature. Describes a selection of the best examples of American Indian autobiography and fiction. (AEA)

Provides bibliographic citations for 53 works by Ojibwe author and satirist, Gerald Vizenor, published from 1966 to 1983: 15 books, 12 short fiction, 2 dramas, 6 poems in anthologies, and 18 articles, editorials, and essays. Includes titles, dates, and places of publication in each entry. (NEC)

Although American Indian literatures are the oldest literatures on this continent, they have not generally been included in American literature courses. This volume is designed to assist teachers and students in beginning their study of the literatures of peoples native to the United States. Part 1--"Introduction to American Indian…