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Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk

Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe
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Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2022

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Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe

Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

225

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk by Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe intertwines personal narratives with cultural heritage, exploring themes of identity, history, and resilience. The memoir delves into the experiences of a person of Coast Salish descent, juxtaposing Indigenous traditions with modern punk ethos, highlighting a journey of self-discovery and ancestral connection.

Emotional

Inspirational

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.3

2,605 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sasha taqwšəblu LaPointe's Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk offers a compelling fusion of indigenous heritage and punk ethos. Readers praise its lyrical prose and cultural insights. Some find the narrative lacking focus, but many view it as a powerful exploration of identity and resilience. The memoir resonates with those appreciative of authentic, intersectional storytelling.

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Who Should Read Red Paint: The Ancestral Autobiography of a Coast Salish Punk?

Readers who enjoy Red Paint are interested in personal narratives exploring indigenous identity, punk culture, and resilience. Fans of Heart Berries by Terese Marie Mailhot and The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls will find LaPointe's blend of memoir and cultural reflection compelling.

4.3

2,605 ratings

79%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

225

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Pacific Northwest • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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