American Indian Nations takes stock of Indian history, policy, and culture over the past 30 years. A distinctive contribution to the understanding and interpretation of current Indian affairs, policies, and community development, this dynamic commentary of contemporary issues brings together a Who's Who of tribal leaders, scholars, and activists. No other collection offers such a thought-provoking and utterly current series of essays on the problems and achievements of modern Native peoples.

Contributions by: George Horse Capture, Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Suzanne Shown Harjo, Stephen Greymorning, James Parker Shield, Ray Gardner, C Matthew Snipp, David Penney, Jim Pepper Henry, David Hurst Thomas, Lisa Watt, Earl Barlow, Margaret Field, Darrell RobesKipp, Gerald Gipp, James Shanley, Mark Trahant, Timothy Johnson, Janine Pease, Kevin Gover, Walter Echo Hawk, Richmond Clow, Rebecca Tsosie, James Nason