An Enemy Such as This: Larry Casuse and the Struggle Against Colonialism through One Family on Two Continents over Three Centuries

An Enemy Such as This is a book that tells the story of Larry Casuse and his family's fight against settler colonial violence. It offers a Native-focused history of colonialism, from the Mexican war against the Apaches to the collapse of European empires and the efforts of Navajo activists to confront settler colonialism in New Mexico.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: Haymarket Books

The remarkable true story of an Indigenous family's unwavering resistance against the devastating impact of settler colonial violence spans multiple generations. In a poignant letter written just weeks before his tragic death in Gallup, New Mexico, in March of 1973, Larry Casuse expressed his profound realization that "never before have we faced an enemy such as this." An Enemy Such as This, for the first time, delves into the history of this colonial adversary by weaving together the epic and intimate stories of Larry Casuse and those who stood alongside him in the fight against it.

This captivating book offers a resolutely Native-focused perspective on colonialism, tracing its roots from the genocidal Mexican war against the Apaches in the nineteenth century to the collapse of European empires in the first half of the twentieth century. It culminates in the courageous efforts of young Navajo activists and organizers in the second half of the twentieth century to confront settler colonialism in New Mexico.

Through their unwavering determination and resilience, the Indigenous family in this story emerges as a powerful symbol of resistance and hope. Their story serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Indigenous peoples and their unwavering commitment to protecting their lands, cultures, and identities against the forces of colonialism.

This book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complex and ongoing struggles of Indigenous peoples around the world. It provides a valuable insight into the historical roots of contemporary conflicts and offers a roadmap for building a more just and equitable future.

Dimension: 228 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781642597370