Problem
Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven
• When Alexie's book was published, why did certain individuals vilify him? What was wrong with his stories? Hint: it is on page 18 (xviii) of the Introduction.
• Do you think it's right for Alexie to "expose" his family and community in such a way? Why or why not?
• In the end, what is Alexie's defense in his writing? Do you think a an artist has to defend their work? (Hint: it's on page 21, xxi and he uses a term to identify his writing.)