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Ten Little Indians is a collection of short stories by Sherman Alexie that delve into the lives of Native Americans facing personal and cultural crossroads. The narratives examine heart‑aching, sometimes tragic moments that challenge the characters' loyalties, capacities, and ideas of self and love. The stories illuminate the complexities of identity and relationships within Indigenous communities.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories
Authors: Sherman Alexie
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Ten Little Indians by Sherman Alexie

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