Native Defenders of the Environment

Discover the lives and work of Native American and Canadian First Nations men and women of all ages and backgrounds who are modern day heroes fighting multinational corporations and/or government policies that are harmful to the planet are profiled. Readers learn about the oil drilling in the Artic National Wildlife Refuge, Black Mesa coal and water mining, and oil extraction from the tar sands in Alberta, Canada. They are also able to share an indigenous worldview and optimism for the future demonstrated by the individuals featured in this book. The words and actions of these leaders are informative, enlightening and inspirational and illustrate how one person can make a difference. This book brings issues effecting indigenous rights to the forefront in a manner that is both interesting and educational. The Native Trailblazer Series presents books that provide positive role models for Native children as well as erase stereotypes of indigenous cultures for non-Natives.