Description
Spanning generations across a vast, contested landscape, this novel follows families whose lives are shaped by land, memory, and the long aftershocks of history. As personal loyalties and hard-won survival collide with forces larger than any one person, the story traces how identity is carried—sometimes protected, sometimes wounded—through stories, rituals, and the stubborn pull of place. With its lyrical, character-driven storytelling, the book explores themes of belonging, inheritance, and the moral complexity of power, while honoring the enduring presence of Indigenous life and worldview. Louise Erdrich’s distinctive voice blends intimate drama with sweeping historical resonance, creating a haunting, emotionally rich journey into what it means to endure.
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hardcover
Hyperion
Published Oct 1, 2002
32 pages
ISBN: 9780786802203
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First Published
2002
Language
eng
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