| When the Spirits Dance Contributor(s): Loyie, Larry (Author), Brissenden, Constance (With) |
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ISBN: 192688602X ISBN-13: 9781926886022 Publisher: Theytus Books OUR PRICE: $14.36 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2010 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Cultural, Ethnic & Regional - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Canada - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - Canada - Native Canadian |
| Dewey: 971.230 |
| Series: Larry Loyie |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 7.2" W x 10" (0.35 lbs) 44 pages |
| Themes: - Cultural Region - Canadian - Ethnic Orientation - Native American |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: When Lawrence's father goes overseas with the Canadian Army during the Second World War, the young Cree boy struggles to grow up while wrestling with the meaning of war. With Papa gone, Mama raises the children alone. Traditional foods such as wild meat and fish are scarce, and many other foods are rationed. Angry about the changes and confused about the future, Lawrence misses his father and his teachings about their natural way of life. When army runaways threaten the family, Lawrence's courage and knowledge of traditional skills are called upon to keep them safe. With guidance from his grandfather and encouragement from his grandmother, Lawrence faces his challenges, becomes wiser and stronger, and earns the respect of his Elders. |
Contributor Bio(s): Loyie, Larry: - Author Larry Loyie was born in Slave Lake, Alberta. He spent his early years living a traditional Cree life and treasures the lessons he learned from the elders. He went to residential school from the age of 10 to 14, then began his working life. Larry returned to school later in life to fulfill his childhood dream of becoming a writer. He received the 2001 Canada Post Literacy Award for Individual Achievement (British Columbia). In 2003, Larry was the first First Nations writer to win the Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children's Non-Fiction for his first children's book As Long as the Rivers Flows.Brissenden, Constance: - Co-author Constance Brissenden BA, MA is a freelance writer and editor. She is the author if 14 books of travel and history. In 1993, Constance and Larry formed Living Traditions Writers Group (www.firstnationswriters.com) to encourage First Nations people to write about their traditions and stories. |