Studying African-Native Americans: Problems, Perspectives, and Prospects

This book explores the academic study of African and Native American contact, cultural change, and the existence of African Americans with Native American ancestry and Native Americans with African ancestry in the Western Hemisphere. It provides an overview of the most important academic findings and offers anthropological and interdisciplinary perspectives on the lived experiences of African-Native Americans. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students interested in the topic.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 122 pages
Publication date: 05 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive work delves into the intricate and multifaceted realm of academic exploration into the historical interactions between Africans and Native Americans, as well as the profound cultural transformations that occurred as a result. It also sheds light on the existence of individuals with mixed African and Native American ancestry in the Western Hemisphere. Drawing upon the rich fields of anthropology, history, and sociology, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how scholars have approached and continue to unravel the complex experiences of African-Native Americans or those with blended cultural and racial backgrounds in North, Central, and South America.

The first part of the book is meticulously structured to address the challenges and complexities encountered in studying the vast scope of this topic. It offers a comprehensive overview of the most significant academic findings, shedding light on the historical, social, and cultural dynamics that shaped these interactions.

The second part of the book takes a multi-disciplinary approach, presenting both anthropological and interdisciplinary perspectives on the lived experiences of African-Native Americans. It explores the diverse ways in which these individuals have navigated the complex web of relationships and identities, navigating between Native American communities and broader society. Through rich narratives and empirical evidence, the book offers valuable insights into the experiences of individuals who straddle multiple worlds, blurring the boundaries between cultures and challenging traditional notions of race and identity.

In the final chapter, the book sketches out future directions in scholarship, highlighting areas of inquiry and potential research gaps that warrant further exploration. It encourages scholars to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration, leveraging their unique expertise to unravel the rich tapestry of African-Native American history and culture.

This book is a valuable resource for anthropologists, historians, sociologists, Ethnic Studies and Native American and Indigenous Studies scholars, as well as undergraduates interested in the topic. It provides a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on a complex and understudied subject, offering insights that will deepen our understanding of the past and inform our understanding of the present.

Weight: 224g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 10 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781138315259