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Name: Dreaming in Indian
Author: Mary Beth Leatherdale

📘 Dreaming in Indian by Mary Beth Leatherdale

Dreaming in Indian is a visually striking anthology that showcases the work of 50 Native/Indian contributors across Canada and the United States. Through photographs, drawings, paintings, poems, and personal interviews, the book presents a multifaceted portrait of contemporary Indigenous life. Themes explored include the lingering effects of stereotypes and discrimination, as well as the artists’ individual journeys in activism, modeling, music, visual arts, and other creative fields. The graphic, magazine‑style layout invites readers—particularly young people—to engage with Indigenous perspectives and cultural identity through a blend of visual and literary creativity.

First publish date: 2014

Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography

Authors: Mary Beth Leatherdale

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