The Mourning Road to Thanksgiving - Softcover

Mann, Larry Spotted Crow

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1540337677 ISBN 13: 9781540337672

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016

Synopsis

Larry Spotted Crow Mann’s groundbreaking novel, The Mourning Road to Thanksgiving is the 2015 WordCraft Circle of Honors Winner: Best Young Adult Novel of the Year! This unforgettable story continues to inspire, educate and challenge the notion of a holiday engrained in American history. This riveting tale challenges the narrative and conceptions we have of American history and exposes the untold stories and lingering scars of our past. As equally important, this is a story for our generation. It takes us bravely forward to an understanding and awareness of each other like never before. From laughter to tears, this novel will inspire you and reveal the endless possibilities when we open our hearts. Haunted by his childhood, and furious about the treatment of his people since the landing of Mayflower; a 40-year-old Native American man sets off on an unforgettable quest to heal himself and Native people everywhere. He believes he can accomplish both by putting an end to America’s beloved Thanksgiving—Forever. A heart wrenching, daring and sometimes humorous journey that goes far beyond a litany of hardship and loss and will reveal the healing spirit within all of humankind. Order your copy today to find out why readers are saying The Mourning Road to Thanksgiving is one of the best books they have ever read!

About this title

From the Author:

"After writing this narrative I realized the power and potential this story carries to not only share the account of Native Americans; but also open the door to a new dialogue and understanding of cultural diversity like never before.  That is why I'm so excited to share this story across the country and beyond. I think it's imperative this book is in our school system, grade eight to college level.  It is as entertaining as it is educational.  It is a book for our generation and takes us bravely forward to new possibilities."
- Larry Spotted Crow Mann

From the Inside Flap:

How can a holiday stir up thoughts of cheer, warmth, and celebration in some while reminding others of a painful and dark past?Larry Spotted Crow Mann's groundbreaking novel, The Mourning Road to Thanksgiving, challenges the notion of a holiday deeply ingrained in American tradition and folklore both from a historical standpoint as well as cultural. The story is told through the experiences of a Native American Nipmuc man who fights to change the future, while coming to terms with his own troubled past and the acceptance of his family. For Neempau, the ultimate remedy is to challenge and end one of America's favorite holidays: Thanksgiving.His heart-wrenching, daring, and sometimes humorous journey not only exposes the innermost core of Native American struggles, but also the complexities of the notion of race, tradition, and identity.This brilliant story transcends cultural differences and inspires new thinking while taking readers beyond the boundaries of the past.

About this edition

• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 1540337677
• ISBN 13: 9781540337672
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 210