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Named in the University of Toronto Bookstore Review as one of the top100 Canadian books of all time
There is much more than one good story in this bestselling (over 10,000 copies sold) collection of short fiction. In fact, there are more than a few of the best examples of native storytelling ever published. Thomas King, author of the acclaimed Medicine River and Green Grass, Running Water, and the newly released Truth and Bright Water, has proven he has a magical gift, a fresh voice and a special brand of wit and comic imagination.
One Good Story, That One is steeped in native oral tradition, led off by a sly creation tale, introducing the traditional native trickster coyote. Weaving the realities of native history and contemporary life through the story, King recounts a parodic version of the Garden of Eden story, slyly pulling our leg and our funnybone.
A collection that is rich with strong characters, alive with crisp dialogue and shot through with the universal truths we are all searching for, One Good Story, That One is one great read.
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3.0 out of 5 stars
Bien. Mais...,
This review is from: One Good Story That One (Paperback)
Le produit en soi est parfait, tres bon etat et le meilleur rapport qualite/prix a mon avis.Le bémol: le temps de livraison pas respecte et pres de 3 jours de retard sur la date maximum annoncée...
3.0 out of 5 stars
Cunning, mischeivious.,
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This review is from: One Good Story That One (Paperback)
Cunning, because the 'stories' are simple and enjoyable, but you know you are not 'getting' them. There is a whole depth of Aboriginal history and humor to be taken into account and at times I thought the simplicity/hilarity of some of these stories was just plain stupid. But of course I know that is only a reflection of my own ignorance of this genre. So, you see, I have been tricked into seeking discussion with the Aboriginal folks I know and have be blown out of the water by their analysis. This book is certainly a lot more important than I understand.I respect Thomas King deeply and his book 'The Truth about Stories' is one I gave to friends at Christmas. I won't be doing that with this book. However, I did donate it to the Friendship Centre and I'm sure lots of folks will get comfort and enjoyment from it.
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One Good Story, That one,
By holley l schultz (st. catharines, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: One Good Story That One (Paperback)
This book is really several wonderful stories, seen truly through native eyes.. one good read this book is.. I have yet to read one of Mr. Kings books that are not.
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