Sherman Alexie
Born in 1966
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Poetry
Sherman Joseph Alexie Jr. is a Spokane/Coeur d'Alene Indian born in 1966 on the Spokane Indian Reservation in Washington.
An award-winning author and occasional comedian, Alexie has published 18 books, drawing heavily from his experiences as a modern Native American.
His best-known works include "The Lone Ranger and Tonto Fistfight in Heaven," "Smoke Signals," and "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian." Alexie's writing often explores themes of identity, cultural conflict, and the challenges faced by Native Americans in contemporary society.
He currently resides in Seattle, Washington, and continues to be a prominent voice in Native American literature and social commentary.
