Gerald Vizenor
October 22, 1934
Gerald Vizenor is a celebrated Anishinaabe writer and scholar whose work delves into themes of Indigenous identity and culture with a unique literary approach. His extensive body of work explores the intricacies of storytelling, examining how Indigenous traditions can be preserved and reinterpreted through narrative. Vizenor's writing is characterized by a playful linguistic inventiveness and philosophical depth, offering readers a thought-provoking and enriching experience. His literary legacy lies in his ability to transcend traditional narrative forms while honoring and celebrating Indigenous voices.
1999Manifest Manners
2000Fugitive Poses
2003Wordarrows
2006Almost Ashore
2014Favor of Crows
2016Treaty Shirts
2016Blue Ravens
2018Native Tributes
2021Chancers
2022Narrative Chance