A History of My Brief Body

Discover 'A History of My Brief Body,' a compelling collection of personal essays by Billy-Ray Belcourt that intricately examines life, identity, and memory. This powerful book begins with a heartfelt letter to his kokum and unfolds memories from his childhood in Joussard, Alberta, as well as his experiences on the Driftpile Cree Nation. Delve into themes of colonial legacy, intimacy, and the resilience found in joy amid sorrow. Belcourt's candid narrative is a reflection on gender, love, and the human experience, offering readers a profound meditation on the complexities of life. With each essay, he weaves a tapestry of queer identity and cultural history, making this collection a must-read for anyone interested in LGBTQIA+ literature, personal growth, and the art of storytelling. 'A History of My Brief Body' is not just a book; it is a poignant exploration of what it means to be human in a broken world, echoing the power of words to heal and provoke thought. Order now from Smartfox NZ and enjoy FREE shipping on this outstanding release published by University of Queensland Press.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780702263354
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2021
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Pages: 192


Description:
Billy-Ray Belcourt's collection of personal essays opens with a tender letter to his kokum and memories of his early life in the hamlet of Joussard, Alberta, and on the Driftpile Cree Nation. From there, it expands to encompass the big and broken world around him, in all its complexity and contradictions- a legacy of colonial violence and the joy that flourishes in spite of it, first loves and first loves lost, sexual exploration and intimacy, and the act of writing as a survival instinct and a way to grieve. What emerges is not only a profound meditation on memory, gender, anger, shame and ecstasy, but also the outline of a way forward. With startling honesty, and in a voice distinctly and assuredly his own, Belcourt situates his life experiences within a constellation of seminal queer texts, among which this book is sure to earn its place. Eye-opening, intensely emotional and excessively quotable, A History of My Brief Body demonstrates over and over again the power of words to both devastate and console us.

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