“When I die, nieces, I want to be cremated, my ashes taken up in a bush plane and sprinkled onto the people in town below. Let them think my body is snowflakes, sticking in their hair and on their shoulders like dandruff.”
Quote by Joseph Boyden
Work
Through Black Spruce: A Novel
Through Black Spruce is a novel that delves into the lives of a family living in a remote area of Canada, focusing on their connection to the natural world and the traditions that shape their lives. more
Author
Joseph Boyden
Joseph Boyden is a Canadian novelist known for his profound insights and critical perspective on Indigenous culture. His works often focus on the history, identity, and conflicts of Indigenous peoples in Canada. more
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