- Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: Bantam Books (December 1985)
- ISBN-10: 0553342495
- ISBN-13: 978-0553342499
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 13.2 x 2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 136 g
- Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
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From Library Journal
This reissue of Erdrich's exquisite first novel includes five new sections that color and complement the original multigenerational saga of two extended families who live on and around a Chippewa reservation in North Dakota. Each chapter is narrated in a memorable voice like the one of Lipsha Morrissey, a young man who is believed to have "the touch," with which he attempts to bring his wandering grandfather back to his long-suffering grandmother with a love medicine made from goose hearts. By placing us right inside the heads of her remarkable characters, Erdrich allows us to feel the despair that insensitive government policies, poverty, and alcoholism have brought them. For those who have yet to discover this magical novel and for those who will have the pleasure of reexperiencing its heartbreak and its hope, this new version is highly recommended.
- Barbara Love, St. Lawrence Coll. , Kingston, Ontario
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
- Barbara Love, St. Lawrence Coll. , Kingston, Ontario
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From Kirkus Reviews
Erdrich has added five new ``chapters'' to what in 1984 was originally called a novel. Then, and especially now (given the easy add-ons, the ready slotting of the new material), this formal insistence seems hollow and a bit pointless. The stories--which is what they are: none comes with narrative inter-hooks other than the times and constellation of Indian characters they encompass--remain vivid, often haunting, as at ease with the spirit world as they are able to mourn yet not discount the awful worldly circumstances that surround. The new stories are not equal to the best of the old here, but also do no particular damage to the net effect. -- Copyright ©1993, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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The morning before Easter Sunday, June Kashpaw was walking down the clogged main street of oil boomtown Williston, North Dakota, killing time before the noon bus arrived that would take her home. Read the first page
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5.0 out of 5 stars
A Different Type of Love Story,
By Jillian Billeaudeau (Lafayette, LA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Love Medn Ri (Paperback)
In my English class, we were required to read a book written by great women authors. Because I am very indecisive, I did not know which one to choose. I picked "Love Medicine" because I am of a Native American heritage, and I wanted to see if this was just another stereotypical book devoid of any real truths whatsoever. I must admit I was taken aback by the quality of this book. "Love Medicine" is a story of two Chippewa families, the Kashpaws and the Lamartines, whose lives interlace throughout the entireity of the story. The three main characters find themselves caught in a love triangle that lasts through most of their adult lives, and it has a major influence on the lives of their family members. In trying to heal this plight with a love medicine, a plan which goes sour in the end, Lipsha realizes that true love cannot be forced upon another; it is felt deep within the soul. Erdrich's style of writing is what makes this novel interesting. Her attention to detail brings her characters to life, and each story gives the reader insight into the individual's life and feelings. This is truly a great work and a pleasure to read. After really getting into it, I found myself not able to put it down. I would highly recommend this book to anyone.
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Wonderful book,
By A Customer
This review is from: Love Medn Ri (Paperback)
I was forced to read it for a class and the characters absolutely captivated me! The complex issues of Native American life interwoven with family issues and life issues. This book is very profound and not for the simple minded.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A reader from southern Pennsylvania,
By A Customer
This review is from: Love Medn Ri (Paperback)
This is one of the best books I've ever read in my life. Not only because of the stories told in it, but also because of its unusual format. Erdrich follows the history of two Chippewa families that live in the West--general vacinity is Minnesota. In it, every character tells his/her own story but the time periods of the stories do not follow chronological order, for example you may have one story being told in the 1950's, the next in the 80's, and the following in the 70's. It is written from an current American Indian point of view meaning that the time sequence does not follow the same that our society follows, and that Erdrich has characters that face the problems that many American Indian tribes face today. It IS about the Indians... just not the buckskin-wearing, wild horseback-riding people in the history books. It is humerous at times, but very sad. This should open up all reader's eyes as to what it's like to be an American Indian today, and shame us.
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