Summary:
The book presents a history of the United States from the perspective of indigenous peoples, challenging the founding myth of the country and highlighting the resistance and survival of Native Americans against colonialism and state-sponsored oppression. It critically examines the policies and actions that led to the dispossession and genocide of indigenous populations, offering a narrative that counters the dominant Eurocentric historical discourse.
Key points:
1. Colonization and Genocide: The book highlights the violent colonization and genocide of indigenous peoples in the U.S., which is often ignored in mainstream history.
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