Thursday, October 10, 2024

4 Nonfiction Books to Read During Mi'kmaw History Month


Keetsahnak / Our Missing and Murdered Indigenous Sisters by Kim Anderson, Maria Campbell, et al.
This collection of essays, most of which were written by Indigenous women scholars and activists, addresses historical, legal, cultural, philosophical, and psychological perspectives on the topic of missing and murdered women in Canada. -Summary

The Art of Mi’kmaw Basketry by Shalan Joudry and Holly Brown Bear
“In this book, nine artists present their work and their stories in their own words. Their unique artistic practices reflect their relationships to the natural world around them and their abilities to create unique and beautiful objects.” -Amazon

The End of This World: Climate Justice in So-Called Canada by Angele Alook, Emily Eaton, et al.
“The climate crisis is here, and the end of this world--a world built on land theft, resource extraction, and colonial genocide--is on the horizon. In this compelling roadmap to a livable future, Indigenous sovereignty and climate justice go hand in hand.” -Publisher

Truth Telling: Seven Conversations about Indigenous Life in Canada by Michelle Good
“From racism, broken treaties, and cultural pillaging, to the value of Indigenous lives and the importance of Indigenous literature, this collection reveals facts about Indigenous life in Canada that are both devastating and enlightening.” -Amazon