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This is an ongoing project which takes an alternative look at the research process and highlights faculty research. The project is sponsored by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation and ASU Library as part of the Future of Print initiative.

"That's What They Used To Say": Reflections on American Indian Oral Traditions

Dr. Donald Fixico describes the cultural and historical importance that storytelling has for American Indian communities. Oral traditions are passed down from generation to generation, connecting the living to the past. In his book, “That’s What they Used to Say”: Reflections on American Indian Oral Traditions, Dr. Fixico shares creation myths, ghost stories, old legends, and prophecy to show how Native communities create and preserve meaningful traditions. Explore the books, articles, oral histories, and speeches used to research and write this book. 

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Sources

Below are the sources used to research and write "That's What They Used to Say."  Many of these are available in the ASU Library in print or eBook formats and can be searched using OneSearch

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