Lipsha's Good Road Home: The Revival of Chippewa Culture in "Love Medicine.".

McKenzie, James

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Publication Date: 1986

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Lipsha's Good Road Home: The Revival of Chippewa Culture in "Love Medicine."

McKenzie, James

American Indian Culture and Research Journal, v10 n3 p53-63 1986

Reviews Louise Erdrich's 1984 novel, "Love Medicine." Refutes criticisms that the novel strengthens racism by confirming stereotypes of American Indians. Traces the pattern of story development suggesting the survival and renewal of Chippewa culture in the wake of catastrophe. (SV)

Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indian Literature, American Indians, Book Reviews, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Images, Ethnic Stereotypes, Literary Criticism, Novels

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