{"product_id":"rabbit-chase-9781773216195","title":"Rabbit Chase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThis coming-of-age graphic novel explores Indigenous and gender issues through a fresh yet familiar looking glass. Aimée, a non-binary Anishinaabe middle-schooler, is transported to an alternate dimension populated by traditional Anishinaabe figures in a story inspired by Alice in Wonderland. They must help Trickster by hunting down dark water spirits with guidance from Paayehnsag to gain the way back home. Rabbit Chase is a story of self-discovery, community, and finding one's place in the world. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 120 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 19 May 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Annick Press Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnishinaabe culture and storytelling collide with the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland in this captivating coming-of-age graphic novel. Aimée, a non-binary Anishinaabe middle-schooler, embarks on a class trip to offer gifts to the Paayehnsag, the water spirits believed to safeguard the land. Amidst tales of these protective spirits and the looming threat of development, Aimée finds solace in daydreaming, distancing themselves from the bullying and isolation they've faced since embracing their non-binary identity. However, their reverie is abruptly shattered when they accidentally wander off, finding themselves transported to an alternate dimension. Here, they encounter traditional Anishinaabe figures, drawn inspiration from the iconic Alice in Wonderland tale. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo navigate their way back home, Aimée is enlisted by Trickster, the mischievous spirit, to hunt down dark water spirits with the guidance of Paayehnsag. Along their journey, Aimée faces formidable adversaries, including the land-grabbing Queen and her robotic guards. With each challenge, the odds seem stacked against them. However, Aimée's determination and resilience shine through, as they confront the dark water spirits and fight for their rightful place in the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIllustrated by KC Oster with a modern twist on their own Ojibwe style and cultural representation, Rabbit Chase is a tale of self-discovery, community, and finding one's place in the vast tapestry of existence. Through Aimée's journey, readers are invited to explore the complexities of identity, the power of resilience, and the importance of standing up for what is right. This graphic novel offers a fresh perspective on familiar themes, reminding us of the rich heritage and resilience of Indigenous cultures while providing a captivating and thought-provoking narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 332g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 177 x 254 x 9 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781773216195\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elizabeth Lapensee","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44098872279290,"sku":"9781773216195","price":6.33,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1665151623621_book.jpg?v=1665238031","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/rabbit-chase-9781773216195","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}