My Name is Shield Woman: A hard road to healing, vision, and leadership (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780993704406)

Ruth Scalp Lock, a Siksika woman, her Mother Cree, tells her story as a young child, her experience of Residential School, and her hard road through abuse and addiction. Awakened, Ruth embarks on a journey of healing and spiritual discovery. She is given the name Awo Taanaakii, Shield Woman, becoming a community leader and giving back to her people. The story is told by Ruth, and many others who have walked with her. This is a powerful story full of humanity, speaking of tragedy, resilience and much humour. It is a message for her People and all people.

Author: Jim Pritchard, Ruth Scalp Lock
ISBN-10: 0993704409
ISBN-13: 9780993704406
Publisher: Daytimemoon
Language: English
Published: 04/19/2014
Pages: 202
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 7.99h x 5.24w x 0.46d