Understanding Historical Writing in James'Welch's Novels
American Indian writer James Welch focuses on the history of Indians and whites relations from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century.Through the re-investigation and application of historical records,the novels provide a panoramic and in-depth depiction of many important historical events.The adaptation of American Indian myths,oral stories and other surreal narrative strategies brings forthdis-familiarization artistic effect,creating a differentiated mode of historical writing.In his historical novels,Welchfirmly expresses American Indians'diverse conceptions of history,powerfully criticizes the progressive historical view.Welch's writing can be interpreted as politics of differenceto resist the dominant culture.
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