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Erdrich
Erdrich
Erdrich
I. Introduction
A. In face of traumatic experience
1. First instinct: repel or escape
2. Find solace in something else
3. Agnes adapts identity to escape
a. Becomes Agnes (not Sister Cecelia)
b. Becomes Damien
c. Helps adapt to Ojibwe
III. Conflict
A. White vs. Native American
1. Differences in religious practice
2. White taking their belongings
B. Father Damien’s struggle
1. Baptizing and converting
2. Hiding true identity
3. Converting himself
V. Quotes
A. Page 63 details tone
IX. Conclusion
A. Perfect read for certain interests
1. Native American/Ojibwe culture
2. Decentralization of gender roles
3. Overcoming strife
4. Cultures colliding
B. Overall interesting read
C. Beautiful manner of writing
1. Diction & imagery