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212. BANNED BOOKS SERIES: The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
from Madness Cafe · host Raquel Howard and Jennifer Bolanos
Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode!The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, written by Sherman Alexie, tells the story of 14-year-old Native American Arnold Spirit, Jr. on the Spokane Indian Reservation and his decision to go to the nearly white high school in a nearby town. The book has been consistently challenged since its publication due to descriptions of alcoholism, poverty, violence and flatulent Jesus. Recent controversy surrounds the author Sherman Alexie and allegations of sexual harassment. Support the showBe part of the conversation by sharing your thoughts about this episode, what you may have learned, how the conversation affected you. You can reach Raquel and Jennifer on IG @madnesscafepodcast or by email at [email protected] the episode with a friend and have your own conversation. And don't forget to rate and review the show wherever you listen!Thanks!
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Join the conversation by letting us know what you think about the episode! The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, written by Sherman Alexie, tells the story of 14-year-old Native American Arnold Spirit, Jr. on the Spokane Indian Reservation and his decision to go to the nearly white high school in a nearby town. The book has been consistently challenged since its publication due to descriptions of alcoholism, poverty, violence and flatulent Jesus. Recent controversy surrounds the au...
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