From Turtle Island to Gaza

With a sure voice, Groulx, an Anishnaabe writer, artistically weaves together the experiences of Indigenous peoples in settler Canada with those of the people of Palestine, revealing a shared understanding of colonial pasts and presents.

David Groulx is an important poetic voice. Intellectually and emotionally generous, his poetry both gives and demands presence, and a willingness to acknowledge reality and engage at a deeper level.

Joanne Arnott, author of A Night for the Lady and Halfling Spring

Trauma has no boundaries, it does not discriminate. Groulx’s poetry is subliminal, a one-two punch to the gut and straight to the heart. A must-read.

Welalin aqq Numultes (Michelle Sylliboy), author of Kiskajeyi – I am Ready

David Groulx has a gift for creating community, for seeing and celebrating the threads that draw us together. From Turtle Island to Gaza finds commonality in the experiences of those who have been colonized, connecting Indigenous people in Canada with Palestinian people in acknowledgement of shared trauma, respect for the land, and celebration of resilience.

Jenna Butler, author of Magnetic North: Sea Voyage to Svalbard

Powerful . . . triumphant and heartfelt.

—Lee Maracle

About the Author

David Groulx was raised in the mining community of Elliot Lake. He is proud of his Aboriginal roots—Ojibwe Indian and French Canadian. His poetry has appeared in over 160 publications in 16 countries.

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Proves that poetry can tackle shared experiences across cultures and continents with great depth and poignancy.

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