My Place Among Them by J. Stanion Wins Books for Humanity Global Book of the Week
United States, 12th Oct 2024, –
J. Stanion’s historical fiction novel, My Place Among Them, has been named the Books for Humanity Global Book of the Week. This recognition highlights the novel’s compelling exploration of cultural assimilation and survival after the Wounded Knee massacre. The book examines the life of John Iron Horse, a Lakota boy, and Carter Heath, a government teacher, as they tackle the conflicts of forced Indigenous education in America’s boarding schools.
Stanion’s novel addresses the devastating effects of policies designed to strip Indigenous children of their cultural identity, under the ethos to “Kill the Indian, save the man.” The emotional core of the story lies in the relationship between John and Carter, showing how human connection can transcend the systemi...