Song of Rita Joe
Subtitle: autobiography of a Mi'kmaq poet
By: Rita Joe, with the assistance of Lynn Henry.
Contributors: Henry, Lynn.
Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
Published: 1996
Place of publication: Lincoln
Language: eng
Number of pages: 191
Subjects: Joe, Rita, 1932-; Poets, Canadian -- 20th century -- Biography; Indian women authors -- Canada -- Biography; Micmac Indians -- Biography
Description: Straight from the heart, Rita Joe tells the story of her remarkable life: her tumultuous childhood in foster homes, education in an Indian residential school, turbulent marriage and daily struggles with prejudice, sexism and poverty. Over time, these battles led her to discover her poetic voice which helped her reclaim her Aboriginal heritage. In the fascinating final part of her story, Rita Joe writes movingly about old age, her lifelong spiritual quest and the promise of renewed hope and healing.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 191).
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