Three Day Road by Joseph Boyden
The novel follows the intertwined lives of two Cree friends, Xavier Bird and Elijah Weesageechak, who leave their native Canada to serve as snipers in the trenches of World War I. As they navigate the horrors of war, their bond is tested by the brutal realities they face and the differing paths they choose. Upon returning home, Xavier is physically and emotionally scarred, and he embarks on a healing journey with his aunt, Niska, who shares her own stories of survival and resilience. Through their shared narratives, the novel explores themes of identity, trauma, and the enduring strength of cultural heritage.
The 9249th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 350-400
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 2nd on Potter, Pi, and Pilgrim: What any library of the aughts ought to contain (Best from Canada) (The National Post (newspaper))