When a young Ojibwa boy named Lester Desjarlais took his own life, the inquest into his death became one of the longest in Manitoba's history, unearthing a story of sexual abuse, family suffering, and, finally tragedy. Award-winning journalist Ruth Teichroeb covered the story, and it was the Native women, themselves survivors of abuse, who taught her about the courage it takes to break the code of silence surrounding abuse.
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When a young Ojibwa boy named Lester Desjarlais took his own life, the inquest into his death became one of the longest in Manitoba's history, unearthing a story of sexual abuse, family suffering, and, finally tragedy. Award-winning journalist Ruth Teichroeb covered the story, and it was the Native women, themselves survivors of abuse, who taught her about the courage it takes to break the code of silence surrounding abuse.
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Fine in fine dust jacket. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 242 p. Audience: General/trade. Fine/Fine 1st Edition (stated), 1st Printing. Crisp, clean, no markings. Unclipped DJ. 6.25" x 9.25", 242 pages. This powerful heart-breaking account of a young Ojibwa boy, Lester Desjarlais of Sandy Bay in Manitoba, is a must-read for politicians, First Nations leaders and anyone who wants to understand...and make a difference.
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Very Good. Very Good Dust Jacket. Size: 9x6x1; Clean Not Price Clipped. 242 Pages. Hardcover With A Dust Jacket. 1St Edition. based on your address. -We can ship from USA and Canada. Specializing in academic, collectible and historically significant, providing the utmost quality and customer service satisfaction. For any questions feel free to email us.
