Six Books for Indigenous History Month – The Review Newspaper

Jun 10, 2024

Every June, National Indigenous History Month celebrates the rich history, heritage, and accomplishments of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. This observance is a great time to explore the diverse voices and stories within Indigenous communities. Dive into these six books from the Champlain Library, including a graphic novel, a post-apocalyptic sci-fi horror and a fantasy novel, to experience the vibrant world of Indigenous literature.

Empire of Wild : a novel, by Cherie Dimaline

Joan has been searching for her missing husband, Victor, for almost a year. When she finds him in a revival tent near Georgian Bay, he insists he’s Reverend Wolff and doesn’t recognize her. With the help of Ajean and her nephew Zeus, Joan must remind him of who he truly is.

If I Go Missing, text by Brianna Jonnie and Nahanni Shingoose ; art by Neal Shannacappo

This young adult graphic novel explores the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous people in Canada. Combining fiction and non-fiction, it features excerpts from a letter by fourteen-year-old Brianna Jonnie, who calls out authorities for their inadequate response to missing Indigenous individuals.