Totems of September - Ladue, Robin
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In her first historical novel, Totems of September, Emmy-nominated author Robin Ladue uses her Native American storytelling tradition of circles on circles and lives on lives. It is interspersed with the culture of the Northwest and Plains tribes through the use of animal legend and myths. The juxtaposition of Wyoming's Devils Tower and the tragedy of September 11 brings to light little-known Native American history, as well as current themes: US soldiers' struggles through the fog of war, PTSD stemming from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the devastating health risks of 9/11 rescue…mehr

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In her first historical novel, Totems of September, Emmy-nominated author Robin Ladue uses her Native American storytelling tradition of circles on circles and lives on lives. It is interspersed with the culture of the Northwest and Plains tribes through the use of animal legend and myths. The juxtaposition of Wyoming's Devils Tower and the tragedy of September 11 brings to light little-known Native American history, as well as current themes: US soldiers' struggles through the fog of war, PTSD stemming from the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the devastating health risks of 9/11 rescue workers. Three memorable characters-dating from the early 1900s to 2006-their lineage and their families are woven together through the threads of history, human connections, hope, and redemption. The tenacity, warmth, humor, and love of Geronimo Barse and Billy Hawk shine through their painful experiences in the Indian boarding schools, World War II, and the loss of so many loved ones. Lola LeFleur and all the LeFleur women before her and to follow fight desperately to change their perceived destiny. The warmth and healing of the Diamond L Ranch, and the stability of Devils Tower in a world of terror, are integral factors in the rebuilding of so many shattered lives.
Autorenporträt
Dr. Robin Ladue is a retired clinical psychologist, formerly in private practice in Washington State. She was born in Seattle but raised in the Sacramento, California, area. Robin's grandfather and great-uncles were survivors of the Cushman Boarding School, having been removed from their parents and experienced the horrors of having their hair cut, not being able to speak their language, and losing their culture. This heritage, along with Dr. Ladue's passion for helping Native women raise healthy babies and addressing the problems of oppression and loss in Native communities, were driving forces in her personal and professional life. She received her master's and doctorate degrees from Washington State University. Dr. Ladue has been affiliated with the University of Missouri, Kansas City; the University of Washington's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences; the Native American Center for Excellence; and Waikato University in Hamilton, New Zealand. The award-winning author of the Journey through the Healing Circle books and video, Dr. LaDue has lectured worldwide on the effects of prenatal alcohol exposure and historical trauma in Native American communities, as well as the treatment for and consequences of psychological trauma, including traditional Native methods of treatment. She is an enrolled member of the Stl'pulmsh Indian Tribe of Washington. This is her first historical novel.