De/Scribing Squ*w: Indigenous Womenand Imperial Idioms in the United States

Alternate Title

DeScribing Squ*w Indigenous Women

DeScribing Squw Indigenous Women

Apologia: There is no intention to offend, insult or embarrass by inclusion of this article. The author examines the possible origins, diverse uses, and meaning of the term "squaw" and asserts that the struggles of its usage are centered in indigeneity, femininity, and sovereignty in a post-colonial America.

Author/Creator

C. Richard King

Open Access

Yes

Primary Source

No

Citation

American Indian Culture and Research Journal, vol. 27, no. 2, 2003, pp. 1-16

Publication Date

2003

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