The Shagganappi

The Shagganappi

by E. Pauline Johnson
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 01/08/2022

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E. Pauline Johnson's 'The Shagganappi' stands as a testament to the vibrancy of Indigenous narratives within the Canadian literary tapestry. Employing an adept literary style that conflates oral storytelling with the literary form, Johnson envelops readers in a world where myth complements reality. The 'special edition' is a reverent reminder of the author's pioneering role in foregrounding voices often marginalized in early Canadian literature, as well as an illustration of DigiCat Publishing's dedication to preserving and breathing new life into classic literary works for contemporary consumption. The edition's transition into modern formats ensures that the soul of Johnson's storytelling transcends the temporal boundaries set by its original publication. Eminent in the realm of late 19th and early 20th-century literature, Emily Pauline Johnson—also known by her Mohawk name Tekahionwake—was acutely aware of her cultural heritage's narrative potency. The daughter of a Mohawk chief and an Englishwoman, her unique bi-cultural perspective rendered Johnson an authentic and authoritative voice on Indigenous matters. 'The Shagganappi' can be seen as a nexus of personal genealogy and creative expression, providing a crucial link between her lived experiences and her artistic endeavors. Scholars posit that Johnson's oeuvre, 'The Shagganappi' included, is a deliberate effort to craft a space for Indigenous stories within the broader Canadian cultural consciousness. The republished 'The Shagganappi' by DigiCat Publishing is essential reading for those seeking to comprehend the depth and diversity of early native Canadian literature. Pedagogically, it is a significant work for understanding the syncretism of cultures and the ways traditional storytelling influences form and style in written literature. This book comes highly recommended to students and aficionados of Indigenous studies, Canadian literature, and narrative artistry. It is an invitation to explore an era of literary history through the lens of an iconoclastic author whose work resounds with the urgency of preservation and celebration of a rich cultural legacy.

ISBN:
8596547144892
8596547144892
Category:
Fiction
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
01-08-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat

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