Fox on the Ice - (Songs of the North Wind) by Tomson Highway (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Written in both Cree and English, this tale recounts a ice fishing trip that turns into a wild ride when the sled dogs spot a fox.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p> One winter afternoon, Joe and Cody went ice fishing with their papa, their mama, and Cody's little black dog, Ootsie. It was the perfect day to fish. The sky was clear, and the sun made the snow sparkle like diamonds. </p><p> Brothers Joe and Cody are spending a chilly winter afternoon ice fishing with their parents. Cody is helping Papa fish, while Mama and Joe doze in the sled. Suddenly the sled dogs sit up and sniff. A fox is across the lake, her fur as bright as flames. The sled dogs give chase, pulling Mama and Joe along on a wild ride. </p><p> Written in both English and Cree, <i>Fox on the Ice</i> is a wonderful, lyrical story of celebration from award-winning author Tomson Highway, capturing a passing way of life for future generations. Illustrator Brian Deines has created an evocative masterpiece of shimmering oils depicting the beauty of northern Manitoba. </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>-Absolutely beautiful color illustrations of a family's unexpected adventure enhance this simple and heartwarming tale.- <br>-- <i>The Midwest Book Review</i><br><br>"Absolutely beautiful color illustrations of a family's unexpected adventure enhance this simple and heartwarming tale." <br>-- <i>The Midwest Book Review</i><br><br><P>Praise for "The Rez Sisters" One of the most touching, exuberant, cleverly crafted, and utterly entrancing plays.<P>-- The Toronto Star"<br><br><P> Praise for "The Rez Sisters" One of the most touching, exuberant, cleverly crafted, and utterly entrancing plays.<P>-- The Toronto Star<br><br><P> Praise for "The Rez Sisters": One of the most touching, exuberant, cleverly crafted, and utterly entrancing plays. <P>-- The Toronto Star<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p> Tomson Highway is one of Canada's most important aboriginal voices. He is an award-winning playwright and the author of <i>The Rez Sisters</i> and <i>Dry Lips Oughta Move to Kapuskasing</i>. Tomson Highway was made a member of the Order of Canada in 1994. Originally from Manitoba, he now resides in Northern Ontario when he is not travelling abroad. </p><p> Brian Deines is an acclaimed artist and photographer who graduated from the Alberta College of Art. His previous picture books include <i>Forever: The Annual Hockey Classic and Prairie Summer</i>. The illustrations for <i>Dragonfly Kites</i> by Tomson Highway were nominated for a Governor's General Award for Illustration. He lives in Toronto. </p>
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