Josephine Briggs answers “I've enjoyed other books about Native...”

Greg asked this question about There There:

I've enjoyed other books about Native Americans, like "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee". I'm seeing rave, 5-star reviews for "There There". Is it because of the subject, which certainly needs addressing and it would benefit many of us to understand more about Native Americans? Or is it because readers really loved the book itself?

Josephine Briggs It really needs to be talked about, discussed. Mr Orange puts into his characters heads how they feel about being Indian, different than others and ho…moreIt really needs to be talked about, discussed. Mr Orange puts into his characters heads how they feel about being Indian, different than others and how they were treated. This book would be good discussions at Book Clubs. Much to think about.(less)

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