The Only Real Indian is a Dead Indian: The Desire for Authenticity in James Welch’s The Death of Jim Loney

Contends that although the novel is not overtly about the conflict the main character experiences between the outwardly imposed concept of "Indianess" and his search for his own personal identity, it does involve the parallel debates over the issue of authenticity in the greater community. Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.