Bone Dance
Wendy Rose
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Bone Dance
by Wendy Rose
Published
1994
Publisher
University of Arizona Press
Pages
108
ISBN-10
0816514127
Description
"I have often been identified as a 'protest poet,'" writes Wendy Rose,"and although something in me frowns a little at being so neatly categorized, that is largely the truth." A prolific voice in Native American writing for more than twenty years, Rose has been widely anthologized and is the author of eight volumes of poetry. Bone Dance is a major anthology of her work, comprising selections from her previous collections along with new poems. The 56 selections move from observation of the earth to a search for one's place and identity on it. They convey a sense of travel and inquiry, whether based on actual journeys on intellectual search. Through them we sense the dynamic tension experienced by Native peoples when they struggle to retain their traditional ways. In an introduction written for this anthology, Rose comments on the place each past collection had in her development as a poet. "Around the age of eighteen," she reflects, "I thought that I had to be strong so that the fragile, old knowledge would be protected. At forty-five, I see things a little differently. It is the old way that is strong. The people like me are the ones who have always been in danger. I learned that my true job is simply to be who I am and keep listening."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Bone Dance?
This edition of Bone Dance has approximately 108 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Bone Dance?
For most readers, Bone Dance typically takes between 2h 15m and 1h 30m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 27,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 48m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 4 days • Estimated word count: 27,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Bone Dance?
The estimated word count for Bone Dance is approximately 27,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Bone Dance?
Bone Dance was written by Wendy Rose.
When was Bone Dance published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1994. The original work may have been published on a different date.