Guided by the Spirits is a case study of youth suicide in the Sault Sainte Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Written by a member of the tribal community, this study focuses on qualitative methods, indigenous experience, and collaborative approaches to explore the social and historical significance of youth suicide in an Ojibwa community. This book is a must read for lay readers, policy makers, and researchers who seek a window into contemporary Native American life as well as a critical interpretation of youth suicide in indigenous societies.
Key Features
- Combines traditional methods of analysis with extracts of interviews and field notes.
- Utilises creative ethnographic writing to present complex relationships.
- Explores culture, history, identity, agency, and youth suicide.
Additional Information
Guided by the Spirits delves into the relationships between various factors that contribute to youth suicide in the community.
Specifications
- Author: Member of the Sault Sainte Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians
- Focus: Qualitative methods, indigenous experience
