" Though an Indian's Looking-Glass is a tour-de-force re-visioning of one of Native literature's most enigmatic figures . It is the speculative possibilities of Lopenzina's approach, along with his rigorous historicism and insightful close readings, that [are] most provocative."-- Native American and Indigenous Studies " Through an Indian's Looking-Glass is essential reading for those who study Apess and an ideal classroom companion for those who wish to teach Apess's writings . Despite all we don't know about Apess, Lopenzina's book leaves one with the feeling of intimate knowing, understanding, and admiration."-- Early American Literature "This is a salient and cogent reminder of the long history of indigenous struggles for justice, as well as an affirmation of indigenous values and survivance."-- Transmotion "The author brings Apess nearly fully to life, which no one else, among many scholars, has. I know of no better reader of Apess's own writing. Again and again, by close and insightful attention, the author illuminates Apess's language, often employing it as a basis for persuasive surmises about his whereabouts, about whom he is with, and the possible larger meanings of his often compressed or flat statements.

"-- Barry O'Connell , editor of On Our Own Ground: The Complete Writings of William Apess, a Pequot.