Engendered Encounters: Feminism and Pueblo Cultures, 1879-1934 (Women in the West)

Margaret D.

Jacobs' "Changing Perceptions of Gender, Cross-Cultural Encounters, and Federal Indian Policy" is a groundbreaking study that sheds light on the transformative relationship between Anglo-American women and Pueblo Indians before and after the turn of the century.

Through a meticulous analysis of changes in gender roles, attitudes toward sexuality, public conceptions of Native peoples, and federal Indian policy, Jacobs reveals that the shift in perception is not solely due to progressive views but rather a result of fundamental shifts in Anglo-American women's understanding of their own sexuality and social responsibilities.

This thought-provoking book offers a balanced and careful study of the impact of romantic stereotyping on the inhabitants of the 'Land of Enchantment,' providing valuable insights into American Indian policy and the ways in which Anglo-American women saw their own sexuality and social responsibilities.

With its well-researched and engaging narrative, "Changing Perceptions" is an essential read for anyone interested in gender studies, American history, or Native American culture.