"In English and Michif, Bouchard, whose grandmothers were Anishnaabe, Chippewa, Menominee and Innu, honours those 'Kokums, ' of whom he is so proud... Dennis Weber's wonderfully textured paintings add further luminescence to an emotionally powerful book." -- The Globe and Mail Canada's most well-known and respected M???tis artists collaborate in this heart wrenching telling of what it means to be M???tis. Bestselling and award winning M???tis poet David Bouchard's heartfelt story is illustrated by Canada's most ...
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"In English and Michif, Bouchard, whose grandmothers were Anishnaabe, Chippewa, Menominee and Innu, honours those 'Kokums, ' of whom he is so proud... Dennis Weber's wonderfully textured paintings add further luminescence to an emotionally powerful book." -- The Globe and Mail Canada's most well-known and respected M???tis artists collaborate in this heart wrenching telling of what it means to be M???tis. Bestselling and award winning M???tis poet David Bouchard's heartfelt story is illustrated by Canada's most prominent M???tis artist Dennis Weber. Canada's M???tis are the only mixed blood people in the world recognized by every level of government as being a Nation. The M???tis have their own language, flag, songs and stories. They have exciting traditions and a proud history. Sadly, their journey was one of hardships, denial and often lies. In The Secret of Your Name , these men open their hearts to all those who care to know what it means when it is said that we are Proud to be M???tis! This spectacular book will appeal to any and all who have an interest in aboriginal people. It will call out to art collectors, musicians and all who have ever pondered their own past.
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Add this copy of The Secret of Your Name [With Cd (Audio)] to cart. $13.32, like new condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Reno rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Reno, NV, UNITED STATES, published 2009 by Red Deer Press.
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Add this copy of The Secret of Your Name: Proud to Be Metis/Kiimooch Ka to cart. $25.00, like new condition, Sold by Common Crow Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Pittsburgh, PA, UNITED STATES, published 2010 by Red Deer Press.
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Fine in Near fine jacket. Hardcover with gilt stamped orange cloth boards in dust jacket, 2010, large octavo, 33pp., illustrated in color. Book fine with handsome boards and tight binding, text clean bright and unmarked. DJ near fine with hint of rubbing. CD in pocket at front in fine condition.
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Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
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Fair. This copy has clearly been enjoyed-expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.
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Add this copy of The Secret of Your Name / Kiimooch Ka Shinikashhooven to cart. $45.00, like new condition, Sold by High Park Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Kitchener, ON, CANADA, published 2010 by Red Deer Press (Fitzhenry & Whiteside).
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Fine in Near Fine jacket. Book. *** Signed By Author *** English & Michif text. Includes unopened CD with fiddle music by John Arcand. Orange boards with gilt buffalo illustration & front & gilt lettering on spine. 36 pages with magnificent colour illustrations. 4to-over 9¾-12" tall. Slight corner wear to dust jacket.