Stoney Creek Woman

The captivating story of Mary John (who passed away in 2004), a pioneering Carrier Native whose life on the Stoney Creek reserve in central BC is a capsule history of First Nations life from a unique woman's perspective. A mother of twelve, Mary endured much tragedy and heartbreak--the pangs of racism, poverty, and the deaths of six children--but lived her life with extraordinary grace and courage. Years after her death, she continues to be a positive role model for Aboriginals across Canada. In 1997 she received the Order of Canada. This edition of Stoney Creek Woman, one of Arsenal's all-time bestsellers, includes a new preface by author Bridget Moran, and new photographs.

Shortlisted for the Roderick Haig-Brown Regional Prize

Now in its 16th printing.

Bridget Moran, who passed away in 1999, was a social worker and the author of five books, including four for Arsenal Pulp Press: the bestsellingStoney Creek Woman, Judgement at Stoney Creek, A Little Rebellion, andJusta(now out of print). A fiery and outspoken woman, her activism was inspired by a deeply-felt desire for social and political justice.

ISBN: 9781551520476
Format: Paperback
Pages: 170
Publisher: Arsenal Pulp Press
Published: January 01, 1988

A valuable and moving biography.
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