Diane Glancy Knihy

Exploring the intersection of two cultures, this poetry collection showcases Diane Glancy's remarkable command of language and emotional depth. Through her vivid imagery and masterful wordplay, she addresses the complexities of modern America and the struggles of navigating dual identities. As a significant addition to contemporary literature, the collection reflects on the past while offering insights that resonate in today's society, making it a vital contribution to the evolving narrative of American poetry.

Exploring the intersection of heritage and identity, this poetry collection delves into the complexities of Diane Glancy's white and Native American backgrounds. Through evocative imagery, she reflects on themes of family, work, and faith, often drawing on her experiences growing up with her Cherokee father in a stockyard. The poems intertwine the spiritual with the tangible, using powerful metaphors to examine the impact of the past and the essence of place, ultimately revealing the depth and substance of personal and cultural shadows.

Exploring the intersection of Indian and European cultures, this poetry collection delves into the complexities of identity and cultural disruption. The poems reflect a four-cornered worldview, merging Cherokee and white, Christian and conjuring influences, while striving to reclaim nearly lost fragments of language. Drawing inspiration from folk art, the work employs diverse materials to create a unique lyrical experience. The text navigates the tension between past and present, revealing how history lingers beneath a fresh surface that is still drying.

The collection of one- and two-act plays delves into the Native American experience, blending contemporary issues with ancient myths. Set in tribal villages of Oklahoma and New Mexico, the works evoke intense emotions through poetic language. They confront harsh realities like poverty and racism while simultaneously celebrating a sacred connection to the past, providing a compelling vision of resilience and identity within a fragmented social landscape.

Set in the challenging aftermath of the Trail of Tears, this novel explores the struggles of the Cherokee people during their resettlement. Following the lives of brothers O-ga-na-ya and Knobowtee, along with Reverend Jesse Bushyhead, the narrative delves into their efforts to establish new lives in Indian Territory. As they face hardships in building homes and cultivating the land, the story highlights themes of resilience, adaptation, and the enduring spirit of the Cherokee community amidst profound change.

Exploring the inner lives of Biblical women, a professor channels their voices as she writes, delving into their experiences and emotions. Through the lens of figures like Dorcas, Philip's daughters, and Michal, she examines themes of life, death, and resilience amidst adversity. The narrative intertwines her own story with theirs, revealing the complexities of their circumstances, such as Michal's grief over her nephews' fate and the societal pressures they faced. This imaginative retelling offers a profound reflection on the untold stories of women in Scripture.

A depiction of contemporary life in Native America. This book presents an Indian worldview in its holistic complexity and integrity, and is an addition to the literature of white-Indian cultural interrelationships. It presents an account of the author's life on the road, driving throughout Oklahoma and Arkansas teaching poetry in the schools.

Set against a backdrop of Native American culture, this haunting novel explores themes of identity, loss, and the struggle for connection. Through rich storytelling, the author weaves together the experiences of her characters, revealing their deep ties to heritage and the impact of historical trauma. Glancy's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the complexities of life and the enduring spirit of her people, making this work both poignant and thought-provoking.

Exploring the intricate relationship between landscape, spirituality, and writing, this collection of eleven essays takes readers on journeys through diverse locations, including New Mexico and China. Diane Glancy reflects on the impact of language and culture, examining cross-cultural issues and her own Native American heritage alongside her white identity. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful prose, she delves into themes of travel as a metaphor for life, the legacy of Christianity, and the complexities of human industry, making this work a profound meditation on place and existence.

Journeying alongside Lewis and Clark on their expedition to the west, young Shoshoni Sacajawea records her spiritual experiences, which include her observances of the natural world's messages. By the author of Pushing the Bear. Reprint. 15,000 first printing.