Heid E. Erdrich Books

Heid E. Erdrich is a distinguished poet and non-fiction writer whose work delves into themes of identity, culture, and the natural world. Her writing is deeply rooted in her Indigenous heritage, exploring the intricate connections between past, present, and future. Beyond her literary contributions, Erdrich is a fervent advocate for Indigenous languages and arts, evident in her co-founding of a press dedicated to publishing Ojibwe language books. Through her creative and curatorial endeavors, she actively works to empower and celebrate Indigenous communities and their unique voices.

Curator of Ephemera at the New Museum for Archaic Media

The Mother's Tongue
120 pages
5 hours of reading
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Exploring women's experiences through the lens of work, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering, this collection of poems is deeply rooted in the prairie landscape and influenced by American Indian cultures. It emphasizes the significance of Ojibwe language recovery, reflecting on the intersection of identity and heritage. The verses weave together personal narratives and cultural elements, offering a rich tapestry of voices that celebrate resilience and connection to the land.
Curator of Ephemera at the New Museum for Archaic Media
100 pages
4 hours of reading
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Despite how little communications technology has helped to bring people toward understanding one another, these poems speak to the keen human yearning to connect as they urge engagement of the image, the moment, the sensual, and the real.

The Mother's Tongue

Curator of Ephemera at the New Museum for Archaic Media