American Indian Policy and American Reform: Case Studies of the Campaign to Assimilate the American Indians

American Indian Policy and American Reform, first published in 1987, explores key aspects of American Indian policy and reform in the context of American ethnic problems and traditions of reform. It provides a chronological survey and examines important themes such as Indian-black-white relations, anthropologists, education, women, urban Indians, and political protest groups.

Format: Hardback
Length: 445 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

First published in 1987, American Indian Policy and American Reform delves into the intricate examination of key aspects of American Indian policy and reform within the broader context of American ethnic issues and traditions of reform. The book commences with a comprehensive chronological survey, spanning four chapters, that explores a range of topics such as racial attitudes, economic challenges, the role of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, missionary and reformer involvement in government policy, the political dynamics between Indians and whites, and other enduring disparities between the two races.

The second part of the book takes a deeper dive into the complexities of the assimilation campaign. Through a series of captivating case studies, Prof. Bolt examines the intricate dynamics between Indians, blacks, and whites in the South and Indian Territory, explores the interactions between American anthropologists and American Indians, delves into the evolution of Indian education from colonial times to the 20th century, sheds light on the experiences of Indian women, examines the urban Indians since the Second World War, and explores the emergence and impact of Indian political protest groups.

This comprehensive book holds immense interest for students of American history, 'minority history, and race relations. It offers valuable insights into the historical, social, and political complexities that have shaped the lives of American Indians and their interactions with other racial groups throughout the nation's history. By examining these topics through a multidisciplinary lens, American Indian Policy and American Reform provides a rich and nuanced understanding of the ongoing challenges and opportunities faced by American Indian communities.

Weight: 990g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032606644