Colorado, 1864. Star, a young survivor of the Sand Creek Massacre, is brought to the Fort Marion Prison Castle, where he is forced to learn English and practice Christianity by Richard Henry Pratt, an evangelical prison guard who will go on to found the Carlisle Indian Industrial School, an institution dedicated to the eradication of Native history, culture, and identity.
Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange is a novel that continues the themes and storytelling style of his acclaimed debut, There There. While There There focused on the interconnected lives of Native American characters in Oakland, Wandering Stars expands on this by exploring the lives of Native Americans across various settings and circumstances.
The book delves into themes of identity, cultural heritage, and the challenges faced by Native American communities. It combines personal narratives with broader social and cultural observations, offering a rich and nuanced portrayal of contemporary Native American experiences.
If you appreciated Tommy Orange’s unique narrative voice and his exploration of Native American issues in There There, Wandering Stars is likely to be a thought-provoking and engaging read.
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