In this article, the author writes about the power of representation in the staging of a unique and highly successful series of fashion shows held in 1942. These showcases, presented more than 120 times between 1942 and 1956, aided in the appreciation of American Indian clothing and dress as a messenger of style, purpose, and identity, all…

Profit-making and exploitation of the American Indian by the motion picture industry is reviewed. (AH)

Surveyed undergraduates from Texas, North Dakota, and Wisconsin to compare status-based prejudice toward American Indians. Hypothesized that intergroup competition increases status-based prejudice. Factual knowledge and cultural stereotypes did not differ across the three samples, but negative stereotypes were more likely to occur in North Dakota…

Traces the development of the central images and stereotypes in literature written about Native Americans until 1925 and analyzes the contributions of two Sioux authors, Ohiyesa and Standing Bear, in establishing a paradigm of counter-imagery. (CM)

Reports responses of 226 University of Texas undergraduates concerning their stereotypical perceptions of American Indians. Examines cultural stereotypes, personal stereotypes, perceived degree of Indian homogeneity, attitudes toward assimilation, and victim blaming. Suggests an emergent Indian stereotype based on cultural relativism prevailing…

Presents an overview of the images of Indians in broadcast media since the 1930s and the attending media business and production factors. Indicates that Native Americans must become involved in media ownership and production processes to ensure a true Indian perspective in media images. (CM)

Reviews Louise Erdrich's 1984 novel, "Love Medicine." Refutes criticisms that the novel strengthens racism by confirming stereotypes of American Indians. Traces the pattern of story development suggesting the survival and renewal of Chippewa culture in the wake of catastrophe. (SV)

The conquest of Chile and of America in general constituted an encounter between different and mutually unknown civilizations that discovered the existence of an "extreme otherness" which European civilization would generically call "Indians." The Spanish encounter with the aboriginals was both violent and subtle. The…

Examines the writings of contemporary American Indian women with regard to Euro-American stereotypes and their own concepts of femininity and Indian identity. Relates these writings to the social history of American Indians, traditional beliefs, and the autobiographical experiences of early twentieth century Indian women. Contains 32 references.…

Traces the development of an American Indian literature course where students learn how traditional American Indians, contemporary American Indians, and people of other cultures view the first Americans in literature and gain the ability to separate the stereotypic "Indians" from the authentic ones. (JHZ)