Emily Pauline Johnson, known in Mohawk as Tekahionwake, was a Canadian writer and performer of the late 19th century. Her work celebrated her First Nations heritage, blending Mohawk and English ancestry. Johnson belonged to a generation of widely read authors who began to define a Canadian literature. Her poems and performances gained recognition, and after an initial decline in her literary reputation, renewed interest has emerged in her life and works.
E. Pauline Johnson's collection features her complete poems, showcasing her status as a leading Canadian poet. The works delve into her Mohawk heritage, highlighting the struggles and injustices faced by indigenous peoples in North America. Through her poetry, Johnson offers a poignant exploration of identity, culture, and resilience against racism, making her voice a vital part of Canadian literary history.
The Shagganappi is a significant work in American and Canadian literature, recognized for its historical importance. Alpha Editions has undertaken its preservation by republishing it in a modern format, ensuring clarity and readability through reformatting and redesign, rather than using scanned copies. This effort aims to keep the book accessible for both present and future generations, highlighting its enduring value in literary history.
Focusing on accessibility, this book is a reproduction of a historical work presented in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali is dedicated to enhancing the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard text sizes, ensuring that important historical texts remain available and readable.
The book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print for enhanced readability, specifically designed for individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making historical texts accessible, it aims to preserve the original content while ensuring that it is easier to read for those who benefit from larger text sizes.
This edition focuses on enhancing accessibility for readers with impaired vision by offering a large print reproduction of a historical work. Published by Megali, known for its commitment to making literature more accessible, this book aims to provide an enjoyable reading experience while preserving the original text's integrity.
La Mohawk E. Pauline Johnson (1862–1913), poète et personnalité de la scène au tournant du xxe siècle, se lie d’amitié avec Joe Capilano, chef de la tribu des Squamish sur la côte Ouest du Pacifique. En s’entretenant avec le vieil homme, Johnson recueille plusieurs légendes sur des lieux de la région de Vancouver. Elle transcrit ces légendes en anglais et les publie en 1911. L’ouvrage remporte un succès populaire et sera réédité à plusieurs reprises. Un siècle plus tard paraît enfin la première traduction française des Légendes de Vancouver. Un nouveau public peut à son tour s’émerveiller de l’imaginaire et de la culture des Premières Nations, tout en découvrant le talent littéraire d’une de leurs plus célèbres porte-parole. E. Pauline Johnson (Tekahionwake), connue en son temps à la fois comme « une dame victorienne et une princesse mohawk », demeure l’une des grandes auteures canadiennes.
Focused on accessibility, this publishing house specializes in producing large print editions of historical works, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. By reproducing original texts, they aim to preserve the integrity of the content while enhancing readability for a broader audience.
Exploring themes of identity and belonging, E. Pauline Johnson's poetry collection delves into her Mohawk heritage while addressing the racism faced by indigenous peoples. Through her work, she seeks to unite "Canadian born" individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, emphasizing shared experiences. The poems reflect a blend of personal and political sentiments, celebrating both the beauty of the Canadian landscape and the struggles of its people. This edition presents Johnson's powerful voice in a modern format, inviting readers to engage with her timeless themes.
Emily Pauline Johnson (Tekahionwake) (1861- 1913), commonly known as E. Pauline Johnson, was a Canadian writer and performer. She is often remembered for her poems that celebrate her aboriginal heritage. One such poem is the frequently anthologised The Song my Paddle Sings. Her first full-length poem, My Little Jean, a sentimental piece written for her friend Jean Morton, first appeared in the New York publication Gems of Poetry in 1883. Throughout the 1880s she established herself as a Canadian writer and cultivated an audience amongst those who read her poetry in periodicals such as Globe, The Week, and Saturday Night. Her other works include: In the Shadows (1898), Canadian Born (1903), Ojistoh (1911), Legends of Vancouver (1911), Flint and Feather (1912), The Shagganappi (1913), The Moccasin Maker (1913), The Complete Poems (1924) and Legend of Siwash Rock (1952).
