{"product_id":"7-generations","title":"7 Generations","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the bestselling author of The Misewa Saga and \u003cem\u003eWhen We Were Alone\u003c\/em\u003e comes a powerful young adult graphic novel that bridges the gap between history and the present. Collected in a stunning 15th-anniversary omnibus, \u003cem\u003e 7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga\u003c\/em\u003e follows one family's journey over three centuries, exploring the enduring spirit of Indigenous culture and the complex layers of identity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"[David A. Robertson] weaves an engrossing and unforgettable story with the precision of a historian and the colour of a true Indigenous storyteller.\"--Rosanna Deerchild\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThrough this epic narrative, a modern teenager named Edwin must confront the devastating realities of systemic racism, the legacy of residential schools, and his own intense struggles with mental illness. As he uncovers the history of his ancestors, Edwin undergoes an emotional and spiritual awakening, discovering that true healing lies in reclaiming his mental health, family bonds, and traditional spirituality.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEdwin is struggling to feel connected to his family and his identity. Through the stories shared by his mother, Edwin embarks on an epic journey through time, witnessing the legacy of the Plains Cree and their neighbours, the Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot). As he learns about his ancestors, Edwin must confront the brutal realities of history--from the devastation of smallpox to the intergenerational trauma of residential schools.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecial 15th-anniversary edition features: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete collection: Features all four original titles (\u003cem\u003eStone, Scars, Ends\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eThe Next Generation\u003c\/em\u003e) collected together in a single stunning graphic omnibus.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnhanced visuals: Beautifully recoloured and relettered to bring the visceral illustrations to life for a new generation of readers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExclusive content: Includes an insightful new foreword by author David A. Robertson and a moving afterword by bestselling YA author Cherie Dimaline (\u003cem\u003eThe Marrow Thieves\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Highwater Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45787657207855,"sku":"9781774920619","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/2855\/6847\/files\/imageloader_ab6de29b-613b-404d-b05b-269c1de74e10.jpg?v=1786149699","url":"https:\/\/tssbooks.com\/products\/7-generations","provider":"tssbooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}