This is probably the umpteenth time I have written about or linked an article on Taiaiake Alfred’s latest book,Wasase.But it’s one of those rare book’s that speaks to you in a way,that is not only intellectual stimulating but truly inspiring.
Macho,armchair,wannabe Che revolutionaries need not apply.No disrespect to Che the man,implied or intended.
But times have changed,and this is Canada.
I recommend it,I recommend it I recommend it…here borrow my copy.
Taiaiake Alfred’s Wasáse: Indigenous Pathways of Action and Freedom is a powerful tool in the struggle for Indigenous autonomy. Wasáse reflects on the struggles faced by Onkwehonwe (indigenous) peoples and charts a path for transcending colonialism. It offers, ultimately, a vision for a new, post-colonial society. Though written within the Canadian context, Wasáse is relevant to Indigenous peoples around the world who are looking for creative, non-violent ways to confront Western imperialism and strengthen traditional cultures.
Ignatieff expresses his excitement in regards to his participation at the launching of a new book discussing the Quebec/Canada dichotomy …
The launch is for a collection of essays by Quebec politicians, intellectuals, and writers on the theme of engagement between Quebec and Canada. The collection was edited by Andre Pratte of La Presse and is one of the more exciting things to happen in Quebec politics in some time: the best and the brightest in the province breaking away from old constructs and beginning to boldly ask not what can Quebec do to protect itself from Canada but how can Quebec engage to play its part in changing Canada for the better.
Definitely sound like “Reconquerir le Canada“ might be an interesting read,although I am not sure if there will be an English edition,darn.
As a political wonk I regret my inability to read and speak French.Lets face it sites that offer consistent quality commentary(in English) on Quebec’s social & political affairs are few and far in between.At least I have yet to locate any.
It feels at times,that I am missing half of a conversation.But from the little I hear ever so often,Quebec politics sure does sound interesting.So any links readers might know of don’t hesitate in sending em in.
Seems Naomi Klein’s latest book “The Shock Doctrine” has stirred up some interest among Canadian bloggers.
Partly because her publisher has approached a few bloggers to write reviews,here, here and here.But mostly I like to think,because the girl knows how to research and write interesting books.
After reading her last book No Logo I will definitely be picking up Shock Doctrine.
Even Cherniak seems to have caught the Naomi Klein “fever”. Posting a strange bit of contorted logic,which starts off with the Cherniak musing how he is not a Naomi fan ,then he goes on to state how she misses the obvious.
I also think she misses the obvious fact that communist and socialist policies are often forced through under shocking circumstances no less than free market policies.
Obvious ?,this doesn’t even make any sense.But as the saying goes,”any publicity is better than none”.
