This groundbreaking book explores gender and sexuality among Native American communities, highlighting the experiences of two-spirit people—individuals whose identities may blend or defy conventional notions of sex and gender. Through diverse voices, including Native and non-Native perspectives, the book offers an intimate and culturally informed understanding of how two-spirit individuals view themselves, how they are perceived within Native societies, and how scholars have interpreted their roles and traditions.
Anthropological Look at Gender Diversity in Native American Communities
Jeff Graber
Source Title:
Native American Gender Identity, Sexuality, and Spirituality
Source Category:
Literature Review
Source Format:
Book
Editor(s):
Sue-Ellen Jacobs,
Wesley Thomas,
Sabine Lang
Publication Date:
1997
Publisher:
University of Illinois Press
Place Published:
Champaign, IL
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