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by Virginia P?s?map?o Bordeleau (Author), Susan Ouriou (Translator)
Dive into the powerful narrative of Poetry Marching for Sindy as Virginia P?s?map?o Bordeleau examines the haunting disappearance of Sindy Ruperhouse in 2014, a woman from the Abitibiwinni First Nation. In this poignant seventh literary work, Bordeleau navigates the raw emotions of anger, sadness, and compassion that echo across the continent due to the vanishing of too many Indigenous women.
Through this evocative longform poem, Bordeleau delves into the depths of societal contempt and hatred towards Indigenous women, igniting crucial reflections on the root causes of violence against them. With a blend of spirituality and profound sensitivity, she crafts a compelling narrative that urges readers to join in her quest for justice and understanding.
Poetry Marching for Sindy serves as both a lament for Sindy's absence and a celebration of women's voices and the resilience of communities in the face of tragedy. Join Bordeleau on a journey of grief, longing, and hope as she honors Sindy's memory and amplifies the voices of those who demand justice and closure. Poetry Marching for Sindy is a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit and the unwavering power of collective action.
Author Biography
Virginia P?s?map?o Bordeleau is a Cree visual artist, poet, and writer from Rapides-des-C?dres in Jam?sie, Quebec. She is the author of three novels and three poetry collections, including Poetry Marching for Sindy. She is the recipient of numerous prizes, awards, and scholarships both for her art and her literature, including the Prix litt?raire de l?Abitibi-T?miscamingue in 2012 for Le Crabe noir, an unpublished collection of poetry. She frequently serves as a speaker on the subject of Indigenous art and literature in Canada and internationally.
Susan Ouriou is a Canadian fiction writer, literary translator, and editor from Red Deer, Alberta. She was the founding editor of the translation anthology TransLit and is an award?winning fiction writer. Her translation of Charlotte Gingras? La libert?? Connais pas, titled in English as Pieces of Me, was awarded the Governor General's Award for French to English translation in 2009. Six of her translations have been shortlisted for the award. In 2010, she was appointed a Chevalier in France's Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in recognition of her commitment to La Francophonie through her work as a writer, translator and interpreter. The Future, her translation of Catherine Leroux's L?avenir was longlisted for the Carol Shields Prize and the winner of the 2024 Canada Reads competition. She lives in Calgary, Alberta.
