Wasáse: Indigenous Pathways of Action and Freedom

Type

Book

Authors

Taiaiake Alfred ( Alfred, Taiaiake )

ISBN 10

1551116375

ISBN 13

9781551116372

Tags

First Nations, Cultural, Canadian, History & Theory, Colonialism & Post-Colonialism, Indigenous peoples -- Education -- Canada

Description

The word Wasáse is the Kanienkeha (Mohawk) word for the ancient war dance ceremony of unity, strength, and commitment to action. The author notes, "This book traces the journey of those Indigenous people who have found a way to transcend the colonial identities which are the legacy of our history and live as Onkwehonwe, original people. It is dialogue and reflection on the process of transcending colonialism in a personal and collective sense: making meaningful change in our lives and transforming society by recreating our personalities, regenerating our cultures, and surging against forces that keep us bound to our colonial past." - from Amzon

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