Still a Winner after all these years
I found this book in a bookstore in Washburn, WI (Chequamegon Books - best used bookstore in the US, by the way) and was so involved with the writing, the characters, the setting, I didn't want it to end. Came to Amazon to find another book by Jim Northrup and to see what others thought of this one -- am not suprised that everyone who rated it gave it five stars. The last review was quite a while ago, though so I thought it was time to review it again -- its still worth five stars. Buy it, read it.
A WINNER!
I bought the hardcover years ago when it first came out and loved it. Mr. Northrup has an easy going style that grows on you. Just an all-around wonderful book.
Captured the spirit of Indian Country for readers
I stumbled across this book in a bookstore and bought it after I flipped it open and found the main character's name was Luke Warmwater, I knew this would be a good book! The author begins this book with stories and poems about his experiences as a Vietnam veteran, stories which I felt were powerful and insightful for the reader - and then the author continues with stories from Indian country, stories which can heal by sharing the strengths of Indian people (our humor, families, traditions). I really felt connected to the stories and characters because I swear he was writing about my cousins and I had a few really good chuckles. Northup is able to make light of serious issues, and does so in a good way. Highly recomend this for both members of the "rez road" and those who want to take a glimpse into Indian country.
Northrup Walks the Walk
He's opinionated and stubborn, sure. But did I mention Northrup is also a sassy, silver-rongued, and insightful writer? WALKING THE REZ ROAD is a tremendously important, truthful contribution but never dreary or dowdy.
Can't wait to read it!
I hear it is GREAT! I can't wait.... only two more days til I get this book! Everybody I know who has read it rates it as 5 stars! Is this cheating? Rating it before I read it? I hope not... I'll be back within a week to give it my personal critique. :)
