University of Maine / Spring 2026

Native American Literature
The "Renaissance"

ENG 342 with Professor Morgan Talty

"One of the most basic calls for justice from Indian country is simply for America to tell the truth about history." — Vine Deloria Jr.

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About the Course

This course surveys literature by Native American authors from a wide range of tribal backgrounds and cultural areas, focusing on the time period Kenneth Lincoln highlighted as the "Native American Renaissance" (1960s-2000s). We question and critique the validity of his claim: Was it truly a renaissance, or was Western culture eager to categorize these marginalized voices?

Meeting Time

Tuesday & Thursday
2:00 PM – 3:15 PM

Location

Neville Hall 227

Office Hours

Tue/Thu 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Neville 313

General Education

Western Cultural Tradition
Cultural Diversity & International Perspectives