"The boundaries between the virtual and the real world become dangerously blurred for a young Indigenous girl in the follow-up to the YA fantasy debut Walking in Two Worlds from bestselling Indigenous author Wab Kinew."-- Provided by publisher
Wab Kinew Knihy
Wab Kinew je uznávaný autor a mediální osobnost, jehož práce se často zabývá tématy spojenými s domorodými kulturami a jejich místem v moderním světě. Prostřednictvím svých psaných děl i mediálních projektů, včetně dokumentárních sérií a hudebních nahrávek, Kinew zkoumá a oslavuje domorodé dědictví a zároveň se věnuje důležitým společenským otázkám. Jeho zapojení do iniciativ, jako je například Čestné svědectví pro Komisi pro pravdu a usmíření Kanady, podtrhuje jeho závazek k dialogu a porozumění. Kinewův hlas je silný a inspirativní, nabízí čtenářům i posluchačům jedinečný pohled na komplexní realitu a bohatou historii domorodých komunit.
An Indigenous teen girl navigates the complexities of two worlds, both real and virtual, in this YA fantasy debut by bestselling Indigenous author Wab Kinew. Bugz is a shy, self-conscious Indigenous girl dealing with the challenges of life on the Rez, while in the virtual realm, her alter ego is a confident force in a massively multiplayer video game. Feng, a teen boy from China, arrives to live with his aunt on the Rez after concerns about his online activities. When Bugz and Feng meet in both realities, they bond over their shared experiences as outsiders and gaming enthusiasts. Their connection deepens through virtual adventures, revealing common struggles with family issues and community trauma. However, betrayal threatens Bugz’s achievements in the virtual world and her real-life relationships. To mend her friendship with Feng and reconcile her dual existence, she must harness her newfound strength and navigate the tensions between tradition and modernity, as well as the contrasts of her cultural background and the digital landscape.
This picture book celebrates the intersection of Christmas traditions and Anishinaabe culture, offering a festive and joyful narrative. It invites readers to explore unique cultural elements while embracing the spirit of the holiday season. Ideal for those who appreciate diverse perspectives in children's literature, it serves as a vibrant introduction to Indigenous customs during Christmas.