First Indian on the Moon [Paperback]

Sherman Alexie (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Hanging Loose Press (1990)
• ASIN: B001DG84L2
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,046,542 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Many Voices of Sherman Alexie, June 28, 2000

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This review is from: First Indian on the Moon (Paperback)

Sherman Alexi is an in-your-face poet, there's no doubt about it. He has a voice that demands to be heard, and you will listen, even unwillingly. His style is unique, mixing short, terse lines of verse alternating with long lines of prose that carry contrasts of charged emotion against the calming voice of reason. It is not an easy read. There are harsh truths, but truths that need to be addressed and heeded. His voice is the voice of many and the voice of few, but all demand you hear them. Powerful and moving.When I finished reading it, I felt as if I'd been shot in the back with many arrows and was left carrying around holes in my heart.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Technique, November 27, 2000

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Schwanda (Shoreline, WA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Indian on the Moon (Paperback)

A very sad collection of pieces by Alexie, covering all manner of topics of res life. More impressive, however, is his use of style and technique in these works. Sometimes in traditional poem format, sometimes in prose writing, flirting with fiction storytelling. Around every page is a new experience. This is a great collection.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes One Want to Hug Mr Alexie, July 25, 2001

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R. F. Benson (Toms River, NJ USA) - See all my reviews
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Sorry if that sounded gushy, but throughout the pathos and humor, I coulldn't help but marvel at this man's spirit-- and his literary skills. I've seen his interviews and featured bios on television and reading his work brings it all to life. I wish I had his ability to draw verbal pictures. Thank you for being you!