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The Rumour
The Rumour is a poetry collection that brings a new perspective to the poignant truths and human experiences within Indigenous communities. Through powerful emotions, the poems explore discrimination, poverty, drug abuse, brutal violence, love, family, and complex relationships. Joseph A. Dandurand reveals the significance of meaningful connections with rich Indigenous history, culture, traditions, and family values with precise strokes that paint a larger picture. The poems are inspired by the author’s lifetime experience living on the Kwantlen First Nation reserve and give a true picture of the resilience and the struggles Indigenous people encounter in everyday life.
Contributors
Joseph A. Dandurand
Joseph A. Dandurand is a member of the Kwantlen First Nation located near the Fraser River, east of Vancouver. He works as the Heritage and Lands Officer for the Kwantlen territory and has been performing his duties for over 15 years. He studied theatre and direction at Algonquin College and at the University of Ottawa. He was a Playwright-in-Residence for the Museum of Civilization in Hull in 1995 and for Native Earth in Toronto in 1996. His previously published books include Looking into the Eyes of My Forgotten Dreams and Please Do Not Touch the Indians. His poems have appeared in numerous journals and anthologies, including An Anthology of Canadian Native Literature in English. He has also authored a radio script which was produced by CBC Radio in 1999.
