An accessible and educational illustrated book profiling 50
notable American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian people,
from NBA star Kyrie Irving of the Standing Rock Lakota to Wilma
Mankiller, the first female principal chief of the Cherokee Nation
Celebrate the lives,
stories, and contributions of Indigenous artists, activists,
scientists, athletes, and other changemakers in this beautifully
illustrated collection. From luminaries of the past, like
nineteenth-century sculptor Edmonia Lewis—the first Black and
Native American female artist to achieve international fame—to
contemporary figures like linguist jessie little doe baird, who
revived the Wampanoag language, Notable Native People
highlights the vital impact Indigenous dreamers and leaders have made
on the world.
This powerful and
informative collection also offers accessible primers on important
Indigenous issues, from the legacy of colonialism and cultural
appropriation to food sovereignty, land and water rights, and more.
An indispensable read for people of all backgrounds seeking to learn
about Native American heritage, histories, and cultures, Notable
Native People will educate and inspire readers of all ages.