Jones, Stephen Graham
Ledfeather
- ISBN 13:
- 9781573661461
- author:
- Jones, Stephen Graham
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The University of Alabama Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 216
- Genre:
- Modern fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Ledfeather by Stephen Graham Jones is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the interconnected lives of generations. Set against the backdrop of a Blackfeet Indian reservation, this beautifully complex story delves into themes of life, death, love, and the enduring impact of one person's decisions. Through the eyes of Doby Saxon, a young boy struggling to find his place in the world, Jones masterfully weaves together past and present, revealing the profound effects of historical events on individual lives. As Doby navigates his own journey, he uncovers a connection to an Indian Agent who served over a century ago, leading him down a path of discovery that spans generations. This thought-provoking novel is a testament to the enduring power of human experience, where one moment can have far-reaching consequences and the weight of history can be both crushing and redemptive.