Spirit and Reason: The Vine Deloria, Jr., Reader

Viewed by many as one of the most influential Native Americans of the twentieth century, Vine Deloria, Jr., through his extensive writings on political and legal issues, has changed the way people view American Indians. Although best known for his contributions to American Indian issues, Deloria has also been one of the foremost critics of contemporary thought, placing him among the most significant philosophers of this century. In this collection of writings culled from his extensive career, including several works never before published, Deloria explores a wide array of topics, challenging theories of religion and science, examining the problems of modern education, and expounding on our understanding of the world. An essential anthology for people familiar with Deloria’s work, as well as those discovering him for the first time, these writings will challenge, provoke, and enlighten.