Return of the Trickster

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Magical Realism

Return of the Trickster

Eden Robinson

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"Return of the Trickster" navigates the turbulent life of Jared, a young Haisla man wrestling with addiction and a deeply fractured family past. As Jared attempts to forge a path toward sobriety and self-understanding, he finds himself increasingly ensnared by enigmatic circumstances and the unsettling influence of a trickster figure. This supernatural force seems to deliberately disrupt his fragile stability, compelling him to confront not only his personal demons but also the ancestral traumas that echo through his lineage and community. The novel is compelling for its raw, unflinching portrayal of hardship, addiction, and the enduring weight of intergenerational trauma, all woven together with potent Indigenous mythology and a distinct, dark sense of humor. Robinson masterfully explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complex, often painful bonds of family. The narrative's strength lies in its ability to seamlessly blend gritty realism with elements of the supernatural, offering a unique cultural perspective that delves into the spiritual interconnectedness of life and the often unpredictable nature of fate and personal redemption.

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$16

1 copy

Publisher

Knopf Canada

Pages

320

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780735273467

ISBN-10

0735273464

Language

English

Published

2021-03-02