60 pages 2 hours read

Tanya Talaga

Seven Fallen Feathers: Racism, Death, and Hard Truths in a Northern City

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

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Seven Fallen Feathers by Tanya Talaga is lauded for its powerful, evocative narrative and meticulous research. Reviewers appreciate Talaga's compelling storytelling and the spotlight she places on systemic issues affecting Indigenous communities. However, some find the subject matter heavy and emotionally challenging. Overall, it is a commendable, impactful work that provokes important conversations.

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Who Should Read Seven Fallen Feathers?

Readers who appreciate Seven Fallen Feathers by Tanya Talaga are often drawn to investigative journalism, social justice, and Indigenous issues. Comparable to readers of The Inconvenient Indian by Thomas King and The Break by Katherena Vermette, they seek in-depth, narrative-driven examinations of systemic inequalities and cultural resilience.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Politics / Government
Crime / Legal
Race / Racism
Themes
Society: Nation
Values/Ideas: Justice & Injustice
Identity: Race
Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction