From Mushkegowuk to New Orleans

The book captures Joseph Boyden's compelling inaugural Henry Kreisel Lecture at the University of Alberta, where he passionately draws parallels between the struggles of Aboriginal people in Canada and marginalized groups in post-Katrina New Orleans. His powerful manifesto calls for independence from oppressive North American governmental structures, resonating deeply with the audience and sparking significant acclaim. This thought-provoking discourse highlights themes of cultural identity, oppression, and the quest for autonomy.