Fatty Legs (10th Anniversary Edition)
Christy Jordan-Fenton author Margaret Pokiak-Fenton author Liz Amini-Holmes illustrator
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Annick Press Ltd
Published:26th Mar '20
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
The beloved story of an Inuvialuit girl standing up to the bullies of residential school, updated for a new generation of readers.
Margaret Olemaun Pokiak-Fenton’s powerful story of residential school in the far North has been reissued to commemorate the memoir’s 10th anniversary with updates to the text, reflections on the book’s impact, and a bonus chapter from the acclaimed follow-up, A Stranger at Home. New content includes a foreword from Dr. Debbie Reese, noted Indigenous scholar and founder of American Indians in Children’s Literature, while Christy Jordan-Fenton, mother of Margaret’s grandchildren and a key player in helping Margaret share her stories, discusses the impact of the book in a new preface.
With important updates since it first hit the shelves a decade ago, this new edition of Fatty Legs will continue to resonate with readers young and old.
“A story of ingenuity, healing and resilience.”
“Presents a unique and enlightening glimpse into the residential school experience and, most importantly, one little girl’s triumph over her oppressors.”
“I highly recommend this book for the discussion it would stir with students . . . Makes the harrowing residential school stories accessible to youth.”
"A strong, clear voice.”
“A perfect companion to the study of First Nations issues, this story helps readers empathize with a real person whose determination never waivers in the face of adversity.”
“A moving and believable account.”
“Margaret’s character is engaging—her persistence, her strength, and her curiosity touch the reader.”
“An excellent addition to any biography collection, the book is fascinating and unique, and yet universal in its message.”
“The way Olemaun chooses to deal with her humiliation and face her tormentor is inspiring to anyone who has ever felt different.”
- Joint winner of First Nation Communities Read Selection (Canada).
- Joint winner of Best Books for Kids & Teens, starred selection 2020 (Canada)
- Joint winner of Vancouver Children’s Literature Roundtable Honour Book 2011 (Canada)
- Runner-up for Nautilus Award (United States).
- Runner-up for Book Design Awards, Bronze 2011 (Canada)
ISBN: 9781773213514
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
156 pages
New edition