Provocative and original, The Politics of Indigeneity explores the concept of indigeneity across the world – from the Americas to New Zealand, Africa to Asia – and the ways in which it intersects with local, national and international social and political realities. Taking on the role of critical interlocutors, the authors engage in extended dialogue with indigenous spokespersons and activists, as well as between each other. In doing so, they explore the possibilities of a ‘second-wave indigeneity’ – one that is alert to the challenges posed to indigenous aspirations by the neo-liberal agenda of nation-states and their concerns with sovereignty.

Timely and topical in its focus on global indigenous politics, and featuring a variety of first-hand indigenous voices – including those of indigenous activists, scholars, leaders and interviewees – this is a vital contribution to an often contentious topic.

 ‘This book is based on an engagement with indigenous peoples across the globe, which starts with listening to what they have to say on the subject. The authors do ask questions, occasionally challenge, but with respect and sensitivity and thus an attitude so different from underlying mainstream academic discourses in which the claim of objectivity too often is but a disguise for arrogance.’ Dr Christian Erni, Social Anthropologist, International Work Group for Indigenous Affairs.

‘This path breaking volume exploring the exciting emergence of a new ”second wave” of indigeneity and activism is a must read for all those interested in contemporary indigenous politics.’ Jeff Sluka, Associate Professor, Social Anthropology Programme, Massey University

 

The Politics of Indigeneity:
Dialogues and Reflections on Indigenous Activism  

by Sita Venkateswar & Emma Hughes

is published by Zed Books,

priced £18.99/$34.95, ISBN 9781780321202.

For more information or to request a review copy please contact Ruvani de Silva on 020 7837 8466 or .

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