Discusses the concepts of multiculturalism and collectivity in the poem through the active presence and effects of a trickster figure found in folklore and oral cultures throughout the world.
Wicazo Sa Review, vol. 12, no. 1, Spring, 1997, pp. 205-215
Description
Examines the fragmentary nature of Native American literature and argues that the literature represents but a tiny fraction of Indigenous diversity and life.
Studies in American Indian Literatures, vol. 15, no. 3-4, Series 2; [Indigenous Intersections], Fall-Winter, 2003-2004, pp. 51-63
Description
Explores Gloria Anzaldúa's use of the folkloric figure to demonstrate that completely embracing a culture may in fact be oppressive to women.
Entire issue on one pdf. To access article, scroll down to appropriate page.
In speech, noted author illustrates the power of stories by comparing an Aboriginal creation story to the Christian version and discussing what they convey about each culture and its values. To listen to this audio, scroll down to Part 1.
Duration: 54:22.