Show Us As We Are: Uncovering the Hidden History of Native Americans on Television

Show Us as We Are: Place, Nation and Identity in Jamaican Film

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Language	:	English
File size	:	1829 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	353 pages
Hardcover	:	244 pages
Item Weight	:	1.23 pounds
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.69 x 9 inches

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Native Americans have been a part of American television since the early days of the medium. However, their representation has often been inaccurate and stereotypical. In her groundbreaking book, Show Us As We Are, Sarah Sunshine Manning uncovers the hidden history of Native Americans on television, revealing the complex and often problematic ways in which they have been portrayed.

Manning begins her book by examining the early days of television, when Native Americans were often depicted as savages or noble savages. She then traces the evolution of Native American representation through the decades, showing how it has been shaped by changing social and political attitudes. She also discusses the role of Native American actors and activists in fighting for more accurate and respectful portrayals.

Show Us As We Are is a comprehensive and well-researched book that sheds new light on the history of Native Americans on television. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, television history, or American culture.

About the Author

Sarah Sunshine Manning is an associate professor of film and media studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is the author of several books and articles on Native American media representation, including the award-winning book Indians in Television: Federal Regulation and Native Self-Presentation.

Reviews

"Show Us As We Are is a groundbreaking work that uncovers the hidden history of Native Americans on television. Sarah Sunshine Manning's comprehensive research and insightful analysis provide a much-needed corrective to the stereotypical and often inaccurate portrayals of Native Americans in popular culture." - National Humanities Medal recipient Vine Deloria Jr.

"Show Us As We Are is a must-read for anyone interested in Native American history, television history, or American culture. Sarah Sunshine Manning's book is a groundbreaking work that sheds new light on the complex and often problematic ways in which Native Americans have been portrayed on television." - Pulitzer Prize winner Leslie Marmon Silko

Show Us as We Are: Place, Nation and Identity in Jamaican Film

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1829 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	353 pages
Hardcover	:	244 pages
Item Weight	:	1.23 pounds
Dimensions	:	6 x 0.69 x 9 inches

FREE