Seven Fallen Feathers
Racism, Death, and Hard Truths in a Northern City
Tanya Talaga (Author)
in Death & Grief
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SmartlyIQ
About this Book
Seven Fallen Feathers by Tanya Talaga is a powerful and heartbreaking non-fiction book that sheds light on the lives and deaths of seven Indigenous high school students in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Talaga explores the systemic racism and negligence faced by Indigenous communities, focusing on the inadequate education system and the lack of proper investigation into the deaths of these young individuals. Through in-depth interviews and extensive research, she unveils a deeply unsettling truth about the ongoing struggles and injustices faced by Indigenous youth in a modern-day Canada. Ultimately, Seven Fallen Feathers serves as a call to action, urging readers to confront the injustices and advocate for change.
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Book Insights
7 Parts
Overview
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Introduction to Thunder Bay
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The Seven Fallen Feathers
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The Legacy of Colonialism
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Systemic Racism and Negligence
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Family Voices and Resilience
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Calls to Action
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