Found this book in a free library in Mtl a day before embarkingon a roadtrip. Started it in the Alberta portion of our drive to Whitehorse, Yukon-bound. Right as we enter BC, after several impressive views at the summits of sweet hikes through the Rockies, the book ends with references to Alberta's Mountains. A book full of depth. So glad to have found it before leaving. Curious to read reviews, particularly from Ethiopian writers.

Finally going to read this little classic. 1984 blew my mind at 16. Will my mind be blown now at more than twice that age? Things to ponder while I tuck in! Good night! 🌒

I imagine it's not uncommon to love every book you read if you've been away from novels for a long time and the recommendations you take heed of are from your beloveds and favorite book reviewers. But this book touched me enourmously. Tears of joy and sadness flowed in key moments in this book. An inspiring, frightening, yet incredibly poignant story of survival with great characters. Thank you Waubgeshig Rice.

I only finished the first book yesterday and could not wait for the sequel. My cuddle buddy Meche is also quite happy to finally enjoy some quiet nook reading time with me, after a busy day. So I begin with page one: "A gutteral howl tore through the lodge and breached the birchbark walls..."

I was deeply moved and pulled into the story. I couldn't put it down. I was reminded of the ways in which we share stories in my family- the stories that teach us of community resistance and hope in the face of tragedy and crisis. I listened to a podcast where Waubgeshig Rice talks about his inspiration for the book - makes me look forward to reading the sequel that just came out. It would also make a great story told on film. Here's hoping!

Picked-up this book from the library today after finishing my apt care and Saturday errands. Nothing like enjoying a fresh book at a café 🙃 Thanks @xicanti for your fabulous recommendations!

I am an amateur botanist & love reading history, lit, eco agriculture and all things pop science. Knowing this, a new friend gifted me this book and I drank it quick, to give him my review when I see him tomorrow.

Hard to nail down my thoughts: enjoyable writing. I appreciated Sacks' scientific musings & his humility (he's British) when reflecting on the brilliance of Mesoamerican history & culture. Ready to read Zapotec & Olmec history now.

Read this when I was 12 and am rereading it 26 years later. Still touches me so much, the journey of this young chap who learns to harness wisdom about his power, how and when to wield it... How he faces his fears and the darkness he unleashes - so classic and beautiful. And I was pleasantly surprised at living this book as if I had never read it! (I have my memory to thank for this ;) )

This is my 1st attempt to read an entire book in French. Perrrault makes a strong case for seeing various aspects of cultural life as integral to overall health. With an evocative anecdotal style, she reviews highly pertinent & interesting research, showcasing Québecois and French eg's of health institutions taking to heart the notion that developping an artistic sensibility, without necessarily being artists, enhances the quality of life of all.