7 Generations – serie

Stone introduces Edwin, a young man who must discover his family’s past if he is to have any future. Edwin learns of his ancestor Stone, a young Plains Cree man, who came of age in the early 19th century. Following a vision quest, Stone aspires to be like his older brother, Bear, a member of the Warrior Society. But when Bear is tragically killed during a Blackfoot raid, Stone, the best shot and rider in his encampment, must overcome his grief and avenge his brother’s death. Only then can he begin a new life with his bride, Nahoway.

In 1964, two brothers are torn from the warm and loving care of their grandparents, and taken to a residential school far from home. James, assigned to manual work on the grounds, sees less and less of his younger brother, Thomas. When James discovers the anguish Thomas is living under, it leads to unspeakable tragedy. The pain and guilt that haunts James continues to affect his troubled son, Edwin. But a new understanding is dawning between them…

From the bestselling author of The Misewa Saga and When We Were Alone comes a powerful young adult graphic novel that bridges the gap between history and the present. Collected in a stunning 15th-anniversary omnibus, 7 Generations: A Plains Cree Saga follows one family’s journey over three centuries, exploring the enduring spirit of Indigenous culture and the complex layers of identity.“[David A. Robertson] weaves an engrossing and unforgettable story with the precision of a historian and the colour of a true Indigenous storyteller.”—Rosanna DeerchildThrough this epic narrative, a modern teenager named Edwin must confront the devastating realities of systemic racism, the legacy of residential schools, and his own intense struggles with mental illness. As he uncovers the history of his ancestors, Edwin undergoes an emotional and spiritual awakening, discovering that true healing lies in reclaiming his mental health, family bonds, and traditional spirituality.Edwin is struggling to feel connected to his family and his identity. Through the stories shared by his mother, Edwin embarks on an epic journey through time, witnessing the legacy of the Plains Cree and their neighbours, the Siksikaitsitapi (Blackfoot). As he learns about his ancestors, Edwin must confront the brutal realities of history—from the devastation of smallpox to the intergenerational trauma of residential schools.Special 15th-anniversary edition features:Complete collection: Features all four original titles (Stone, Scars, Ends, and The Next Generation) collected together in a single stunning graphic omnibus.Enhanced visuals: Beautifully recoloured and relettered to bring the visceral illustrations to life for a new generation of readers.Exclusive content: Includes an insightful new foreword by author David A. Robertson and a moving afterword by bestselling YA author Cherie Dimaline (The Marrow Thieves).

Scars introduce White Cloud, a young Plains Cree boy, in the year 1870, when the last great smallpox epidemic swept through the prairies. After witnessing, one by one, the death of his entire family from the illness, he summons the strength to journey on to find a new home and deliver himself from the terrible disease. But will he make it?Scars follows White Cloud and the people he encounters, as he struggles to survive against impossible odds. By learning about the bravery and perseverance of his ancestor White Cloud, Edwin summons his own courage and travels to confront the main source of his despair: the father he barely knows.