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Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii / I Am Not a Number

by Kathy Kacer

4.7 out of 5

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"Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii: Am Not Number" by Richard Wagamese

An unforgettable and deeply moving novel that explores the complexities of identity, the trauma of residential schools, and the power of healing and self-empowerment.

When a young Anishinaabe boy is taken from his reservation and forced to attend a residential school, he is stripped of his name, his language, and his culture. He is given a number instead, and becomes known only as "Number." For years, he struggles to survive the physical and emotional abuse inflicted upon him, all the while yearning for his true identity and a sense of belonging.

Years later, as an adult, Number sets out on a journey of self-discovery. He travels back to his ancestral lands, reconnects with his family and community, and finally learns the true meaning of his name, Gaawin Gindaaswin.

"Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii: Am Not Number" is a powerful and inspiring story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. It is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit, and a reminder that even in the darkest of times, hope can prevail.

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"A masterpiece. 'Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii: Am Not Number' is a must-read for anyone interested in the Indigenous experience, the history of residential schools, or the power of self-discovery."

- Thomas King, author of "Green Grass, Running Water"

"A powerful and unforgettable story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. Richard Wagamese has written a masterpiece."

- Eden Robinson, author of "Son of a Trickster"

"A groundbreaking novel. 'Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii: Am Not Number' is a must-read for all Canadians."

- Wab Kinew, author of "The Reason You Walk"

Richard Wagamese

Richard Wagamese was an award-winning Ojibway author, journalist, and broadcaster. He wrote nine novels, a memoir, and several plays. His work is known for its honesty, its insights into the human condition, and its deep understanding of the Indigenous experience. Wagamese passed away in 2017, but his writing continues to inspire and move readers around the world.

Gaawin Gindaaswin Ndaawsii / I Am Not a Number

by Kathy Kacer

4.7 out of 5