I’m Finding My Talk

Description

<p><i>I’m finding my talk<br/>
And it may take some time,<br/>
But I’m learning to speak<br/>
In a language that’s mine.</i> </p>
<p>A response to Rita Joe’s iconic poem “I Lost My Talk,” and published simultaneously with the new children’s book edition illustrated by Pauline Young, comes a companion picture book by award-winning spoken-word artist and Mi’kmaw activist Rebecca Thomas. A second-generation residential school survivor, Thomas writes this response poem openly and honestly, reflecting on the process of working through the destructive effects of colonialism. </p>
<p>From sewing regalia to dancing at powow to learning traditional language, <i>I’m Finding My Talk</i> is about rediscovering her community, and finding culture. Features stunning, vibrant illustrations by Mi’kmaw artist Pauline Young.</p>