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Really enjoyed this book, the beginning was kind of slow but once the story gets going its a real page turner


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The Indian Lawyer A Novel James Welch 9780393329384 Books Reviews

It seems unfinished. But then we know,,really how it goes. Funny how even trans culturally, we all make the same error s.

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Jim Welch was a classmate of mine back in Montana (I'm originally from Helena and I spent 33 years unaware that not everyone owned four sets of clothes - depending on the season, two sets of tires, ice scrapers, snow shovels, and insulated boots), so naturally I tend to be biased towards the late Mr. Welch's books.

Nonetheless, books about Native Americans have always been amongst my favorite reads ever since "Stay Away Joe" hit the shelves some 50 years ago. The late Tony Hillerman was also one of my favorite authors. Sherman Alexie is wonderful in his self-depricating way as well.

And speaking of Sherman, it occurs to me that Jim Welch was essentially ahead of his time with his half-dozen or so novels about his own experiences having grown up in Browning, MT, heart of the Blackfoot reservation.

Most people tend to root for the underdogs, and the Native American people of this country have been underdogs for nearly 200 years. In the late 19th and all through the 20th Century, the White Man's law has been used to put them down and keep them down.

In Jim's "The Indian Lawyer", the protagonist tries to turn the tables and, in certain instances, does so with a vengence. You cannot help but cheer him on. But honestly, this is not Jim's best novel per se, so I gave it three stars; some of you may give it more. If so, read his other novels when the fancy strikes you.
A wonderful account of the conflicts faced by an Indian man in a white world. Told by a masterful storyteller. Explores all sides of racial bias and although the plot line may be a bit obvious, the author's writing gives it heart.
(4.5 stars) This was a really good story. Welch's writing style is quick and easy and he brings the characters to life. The chapters literally flew by. I was sad to reach the end. Speaking of which, the ending was poignant. What's it about? A Blackfeet lawyer -- Sylvester Yellow Calf -- in Montana (circa 1980) finds trouble when... well, that's all you'll get out of me. I only have one criticism, and it's from the dialog during a phone conversation. Yellow Calf asks a question about another man (someone out on parole) and the other person didn't ask why he wanted to know. I thought he should have and would have. But other than that, this was a great book. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
How lucky I am to have discovered this author a few days ago on what would have been his 76th birthday. The story hooked me from the beginning and losing sleep was worth it because I couldn't stop reading. The characters are well-developed and the description of the environment makes you feel as though you are right there. The story is emotional, melancholy and intense but also with some humor. I was able to empathize with the characters and although anxious to find out the ending, I was sad that the story was over. And what a welcome education about the American Indians. I look forward to reading more of Mr. Welch's books and only wish he was still with us in order that we might enjoy more of his writing. Thank you Google for the James Welch doodle. Otherwise, I might not have found him.
slow and dull and shallow.
This book surprised me in how well it weaves an ongoing, moving story. It has all the elements a good book should have good guy, bad guy, a woman who will sleep with a man to manipulate him later, haughty, prejudiced women, violence, a glimpse at the seedy underside of our culture and prison system. A huge glimpse into Indian life and struggles. I highly recommend it as a good read.
Really enjoyed this book, the beginning was kind of slow but once the story gets going its a real page turner