Flowing Over the Land and Water: A Settler's Reflections on the Decolonization of Self and Systems
Michael Pealow
(Author)
Sunshine Chen
(Illustrator)
Description
We are living in a time characterized by violence in many forms, stemming from systems built upon mental models that need to be challenged. Flowing Over the Land and Water-a collection of poetic reflections-marks a threshold for anyone on a journey of decolonization. This book invites you into different ways of seeing, living, and being in relationships with yourself, others, and the world.
Beginning with a playful exploration of the absurdities of life in a modern, colonial world, this collection of poetry is rendered in seven parts-States of Disconnect, Resistance, Release, Reflection, Relationship, Response, and Reciprocity.
Blending poetry, systems thinking, and nature, Flowing Over the Land and Water will be of particular value to people interested in the decolonization of self and systems, to Northern Canadians, and to those who seek out beautiful, accessible poetry. Whether you're an avid outdoors person who enjoys reading around a campfire; a student of systems-thinking theory and practice; interested in different ways of living and being; or embarking on a personal journey of decolonization; these thought-provoking pieces will offer a gateway to understanding and actualization.
Product Details
Price
$18.99
$17.66
Publisher
FriesenPress
Publish Date
December 06, 2021
Pages
162
Dimensions
5.5 X 8.5 X 0.37 inches | 0.47 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9781525593048
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About the Author:
Michael Pealow is a facilitator and social innovation consultant living in the traditional territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations with his partner, Erin, and his daughters, Jade and Halia.
About the Illustrator:
Sunshine Chen is an artist, storyteller, video maker, experience designer, and mountain dweller. He lives in Treaty 7 Territory, in the traditional territories of the Niitsítpiis-stahkoii, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, Stoney, and Tsuu T'ina with his partner, Linda, and their two dogs.
Michael Pealow is a facilitator and social innovation consultant living in the traditional territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations with his partner, Erin, and his daughters, Jade and Halia.
About the Illustrator:
Sunshine Chen is an artist, storyteller, video maker, experience designer, and mountain dweller. He lives in Treaty 7 Territory, in the traditional territories of the Niitsítpiis-stahkoii, Ktunaxa ɁamakɁis, Stoney, and Tsuu T'ina with his partner, Linda, and their two dogs.
Sunshine Chen originally trained in architecture at the University of Waterloo. He now runs Storybuilders Inc., using photo, video and audio to tell the stories and share the experiences of people, places and organizations across Canada. He lives in Canmore, Alberta.