Distorted Descent – White Claims to Indigenous Identity Leroux Paperback

University of Manitoba Press

Explore the complex and often contentious topic of white claims to Indigenous identity with Darryl Leroux's "Distorted Descent." This insightful book challenges conventional understandings and provides a critical examination of the ways in which individuals assert Indigenous belonging. "Distorted Descent" delves into historical contexts, personal narratives, and societal implications, offering a thought-provoking perspective for academics, students, and general readers interested in Indigenous studies, identity politics, and social justice. Key themes include: * The construction and performance of Indigenous identity * Critiques of self-identification and its historical roots * The impact of "white claims" on Indigenous communities and sovereignty * Methodologies for understanding belonging and ancestry Product Summary: Darryl Leroux's "Distorted Descent" is a critical analysis of white claims to Indigenous identity, exploring its historical and social dimensions. Paperback edition. White color.