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Book Synopsis: A Michelle Obama Reach Higher Fall 2022 reading list pick
A Library Journal "BEST BOOK OF 2022"
"Aguon’s book is for everyone, but he challenges history by placing indigenous consciousness at the center of his project . . . the most tender polemic I’ve ever read." —Lenika Cruz, The Atlantic
"It's clear [Aguon] poured his whole heart into this slim book . . . [his] sense of hope, fierce determination, and love for his people and culture permeates every page."—Laura Sackton, BookRiot
Part memoir, part manifesto, Chamorro climate activist Julian Aguon’s No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies is a collection of essays on resistance, resilience, and collective power in the age of climate disaster; and a call for justice—for everyone, but in particular, for Indigenous peoples.
In bracing poetry and compelling prose, Aguon weaves together stories from his childhood in the villages of Guam with searing political commentary about matters ranging from nuclear weapons to global warming. Undertaking the work of bearing witness, wrestling with the most pressing questions of the modern day, and reckoning with the challenge of truth-telling in an era of rampant obfuscation, he culls from his own life experiences—from losing his father to pancreatic cancer to working for Mother Teresa to an edifying chance encounter with Sherman Alexie—to illuminate a collective path out of the darkness.
A powerful, bold, new voice writing at the intersection of Indigenous rights and environmental justice, Julian Aguon is entrenched in the struggles of the people of the Pacific to liberate themselves from colonial rule, defend their sacred sites, and obtain justice for generations of harm. In No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies, Aguon shares his wisdom and reflections on love, grief, joy, and triumph and extends an offer to join him in a hard-earned hope for a better world.
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Introducing No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies: A captivating and thought-provoking book from acclaimed author Julian Aguon. This book has gained recognition as a Michelle Obama Reach Higher Fall 2022 reading list pick and has been hailed as a Library Journal "BEST BOOK OF 2022". Aguon challenges history by placing indigenous consciousness at the center of his project, creating a tender polemic that will resonate with readers from all walks of life.
The magic of No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies lies in Aguon's ability to pour his heart and soul into every page. His sense of hope, fierce determination, and love for his people and culture permeates each essay, making for a truly captivating reading experience. Through his compelling prose and bracing poetry, Aguon delves into the topics of resistance, resilience, and collective power in the age of climate disaster.
This book is a powerful call for justice, with a particular focus on Indigenous peoples. It sheds light on important issues such as nuclear weapons and global warming while weaving together stories from Aguon's childhood in the villages of Guam. By bearing witness to his own life experiences, including personal loss and encounters with influential figures such as Mother Teresa and Sherman Alexie, Aguon offers readers a collective path out of the darkness.
Julian Aguon is a passionate voice at the intersection of Indigenous rights and environmental justice. In No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies, he shares his wisdom and reflections on love, grief, joy, and triumph, inspiring readers to join him on the journey towards a better world. With Aguon's powerful, bold, and new voice, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking to challenge the status quo and make a positive impact in their own lives and communities.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to delve into the lyrical and transformative pages of No Country for Eight-Spot Butterflies. Join Julian Aguon and countless others on an enlightening journey towards justice and a brighter future. Purchase your copy today and be transported by his compelling storytelling and profound insights. Click here to get your hands on this remarkable book!
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