We, the People Of Earth and Elders, Vol. II by Serle L Chapman

A compilation of sixty-three interviews conducted by Serle L. Chapman, We, the People explores the lives and viewpoints of Native Americans across the United States and Canada. Covering topics as diverse as stereotypes and media portrayals, the role of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the importance of spiritual life, and Iroquois influence on philosophers such as Thomas Jefferson and Karl Marx, each interview weaves a complex vibrant picture of America's First Nations.

Featured Native Americans include Tantoo Cardinal, Vine Deloria Jr., Joy Harjo, Johnson Holy Rock, Dr. Henrietta Mann, Joe Medicine Crow, N. Scott Momaday, Simon J. Ortiz, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Joanne Shenandoah, Kevin Red Star, Steve Reevis, Wes Studi, John Trudell, and Floyd Westerman.

More than 150 black-and-white photographs, including portraits of many interviewees, enhance the text. Thought-provoking, compelling narratives make We, the People a must read for anyone interested in Native American issues and history.