The history of Native Americans in the U.S. South is a turbulent one, rife with conflict and inequality. Since the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in the fifteenth century, Native peoples have struggled to maintain their land, cultures, and ways of life. In We Will Always Be Here, contemporary tribal leaders, educators, and activists share their struggles for Indian identity, self-determination, and community development.

Reflecting on such issues as poverty, education, racism, cultural preservation, and tribal sovereignty, the contributors to this volume offer a glimpse into the historical struggles of southern Native peoples, examine their present day efforts, and share their hopes for the future. They also share examples of cultural practices that have either endured or been revitalized. In a country that still faces challenges to civil rights and misconceptions about Indian identity and tribal sovereignty, this timely book builds a deeper understanding of modern Native peoples within a region where they are often overlooked.

About the Author
Denise E. Bates is assistant professor in interdisciplinary studies at Arizona State University, USA. She is the author of The Other Movement: Indian Rights and Civil Rights in the Deep South.


Book Information
ISBN 9780813062631
Author Denise E. Bates
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint University Press of Florida
Publisher University Press of Florida
Weight(grams) 503g