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Book SynopsisExamines how the ongoing struggle over the Washington Redskins team name raises important questions about how white Americans perceive American Indians, about the cultural power of consumer brands, and about continuing obstacles to inclusion and equality.
Trade Review"[A] must-read book."—
Chicago Tribune"Those seeking a deeper understanding of the anti-Skins crusade will find a vibrant apostle in C. Richard King. . . . Illuminating."—Dave Shiflett,
Wall Street Journal"King shows why this controversy matters well beyond the football field."—
Kirkus"An important and must-read book for understanding the Redskins controversy."—Andrew McGregor,
Sport in American History"The absolute high-water mark study of the contours surrounding the logics of contemporary mascotting."—Jason Edward Black,
American Indian Culture and Research Journal"A vital work that will make a significant impact on our grasp of and debate over this issue."—Kevin Bruyneel,
Native American and Indigenous Studies"An insightful resource for sports fans, sociologists, and critical sport researchers."—Munira Abdulwasi,
AlterNative"This study is vital not just for academics . . . , but also for the wider public, especially fans of American Football."—Ruth Flaherty,
Cultural Sociology"King's study is powerful, well researched, compelling, and honest."—Daniel Casey,
Misanthropester Blog"This book is one that should be read by anyone who cares about the use of this name by the team, no matter on what side of the issue the reader currently sits."—Lance Smith,
The Guy Who Reviews Sports BooksTable of ContentsList of IllustrationsAcknowledgmentsAuthor’s Note on Language1. Introduction2. Origins3. Uses4. Erasure5. Sentiment6. Black/White7. Ownership8. Simulation9. Opinion10. Change11. EndsNotesBibliographyIndex
