Huson

The Raven Mother

Illustrator: Donovan, Natasha

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

Hoarders. Scavengers. Bringers of new life. Ravens have many roles, both for the land and in Gitxsan story and song. The Raven Mother transports young readers to Northwestern British Columbia to learn about the traditions of the Gitxsan, the lives of ravens, and why these acrobatic flyers are so important to their ecosystem.

Produktdetails

• Mothers of Xsan
• Verlag: Highwater Press
• Seitenzahl: 32
• Altersempfehlung: 9 bis 12 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 6. September 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 256mm x 164mm x 14mm
• Gewicht: 284g
• ISBN-13: 9781774920039
• ISBN-10: 1774920034
• Artikelnr.: 63245887

Autorenporträt

Hetxw'ms Gyetxw, also known as Brett D. Huson (he/him/his), is from the Gitxsan Nation of the Northwest Interior of British Columbia, Canada. Growing up in this strong matrilineal society, Brett developed a passion for the culture, land, and politics of his people, and a desire to share their knowledge and stories. Brett has worked in the film and television industry for over 13 years and is a volunteer board member for organizations such as Ka Ni Kanichihk and sākihiwē festival. Brett also works with the Prairie Climate Centre to connect western science and Indigenous Knowledges. The award-winning Mothers of Xsan series is Brett’s first series of books and part of a larger vision to share the worlds of the Gitxsan Nation. With the support of his wife, Jeri, and their children, Warren and Ruby, Brett endeavours to continue sharing stories with his writing, artwork, and photography.