The 500 years of resistance comic book a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six nations land reclamation in ontario in 2006. But over the course of 80 illustrated pages that demonstrate an evident depth of research, the book fails to deliver on that promise. Amazon price new from used from paperback please retry. The 500 years of resistance comic book gord hill, ward. Gord hill spent two years unearthing images and researching historical information to create the. The 500 years of resistance comic book is a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six. Click on more details to find the book in bookstore or library. The 500 years of resistance comic book left wing books. Writer, artist, and militant, he has been involved in indigenous resistance, anticolonial and anticapitalist movements for many years, often using the pseudonym zig zag. In this slim volume, gord hill chronicles the resistance by indigenous peoples, which limited and shaped the forms and extent of colonialism. The 500 years of resistance comic book, book by gord hill. And then i read gord hills 500 years of indigenous resistance, and i was like whoa, this is like a textbook.
Today, in spite of 500 years of a genocidal colonization, there is an estimated 40 million indigenous peoples in the americas. Aug 01, 2010 the 500 years of resistance comic book is commendable for attempting to adapt this terrible history into a digestible format. An alternative and unorthodox view of the colonization of the americas by europeans is offered in this concise history. The 500 years of resistance comic book book, 2010 worldcat.
The 500 years of resistance comic book by gord hill the. Goodreads members who liked the 500 years of resist. See all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Includes an introduction by activist ward churchill, leader of the american indian movement. The 500 years of resistance comic book fahrenheit 451.
The 500 years of resistance comic book by gord hill goodreads. The publication date is significant it was the 500 anniversary of the arrival of columbus in the americas, and hence of the beginning of the genocidal colonial project that was the conquest. Jun 24, 2010 500 years of resistance is a comic book depicting a native american view of colonial history. The 500 years of resistance comic book quill and quire. The author who is native american glosses over 500 years of indigenous people history.
A powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the. Indigenous comics push back against hackneyed stereotypes. Never before have i come across a nonfiction graphic novel capable of evoking such a powerful emotional response. Gord is the author of two comic books, the 500 years of resistance comic book, the anticapitalist resistance comic book, as well as 500 years of indigenous resistance, and runs the website warrior publications. If the books title isnt enough to tell you what perspective hill, a member of the kwakwakawakw nation, is taking, the names of the books three sections certainly will.
Gord hill is a member of the kwakwakawakw nation on the northwest coast. This format is useful in reaching children, youth, and adults this book is definitely not for children, but it should be read by everyone else. Today, in spite of 500 years of a genocidal colonization, there are an estimated 40 million indigenous peoples in the americas. A powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonisation of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six nations land reclamation in ontario in 2006. With strong, plain language and evocative illustrations, the 500 years of resistance comic book documents the fighting spirit and ongoing resistance of indigenous peoples through five hundred years of genocide, massacres, torture, rape, displacement, and assimilation.
Not much to say about this short 80 page graphic novel. Over the years, his art and criticism have been an inspiration and challenge to us. The 500 years of resistance comic book is a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six nations land reclamation in ontario in 2006. The 500 years of resistance comic book is a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the. The 500 years of resistance comic book by gord hill, paperback. The 500 years of resistance comic book kindle edition by gord hill, ward churchill. The 500 years of resistance comic book, by first nations artist and longtime. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. With strong, plain language and evocative illustrations, the 500 years of resistance comic book documents the fighting spirit and ongoing resistance of indigenous peoples through 500 years of. The rabble podcast network offers an alternative take on politics, entertainment, society, stories, community and life in general. The 500 years of resistance comic book large print 16pt. A visually stunning journey through 500 years of indigenous peoples resistance. Gord hill the 500 years of resistance comic book is a powerful and historically accurate graphic portayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish. A powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas.
The 500 years of resistance comic book ebook, 2010. Books similar to the 500 years of resistance comic book. In the 500 years of resistance comic book, vancouverbased writer gord hill blends his visual and literary talents to tell the story of aboriginal life since the arrival of europeans in the western hemisphere in 1492. Includes an introduction by activist ward churchill, leader of the. To gain access to complete books and documents, visit deslibris through the discovery portal of a member library, or take out an individual membership. I think if he would have broken it up into several graphic novels, it would have held more weight for me. If the books title isnt enough to tell you what perspective hill, a member of th. Sixteen years after it was originally published in the first issue of the revolutionary indigenous newspaper ohtohkin, 500 years of indigenous resistance remains an important and relevent history of the colonization of the americas and the resistance to it. Gord hill a powerful and historically accurate graphic portayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus. I think if he would have broken it up into several graphic novels.
He also draws and writes under the pseudonym zig zag. Apr 15, 2010 the 500 years of resistance comic book is a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six nations land reclamation in ontario in 2006. This year, after teaching a few sections of a course which, in part, is an overview of indigenous histories of the pacific northwest, i have realized that this pristine ignorance is sometimes because of a lack of information, and sometimes because of a strong and willful desire to maintain the. The publication date is significant it was the 500 anniversary of the arrival of columbus in the americas, and hence of the beginning of the genocidal colonial project that was the conquest and settling of the lands of the first nations and. The 500 years of resistance comic book university of.
Review of the 500 years of resistance comic book, by gord hill. The 500 years of resistance comic book online shop. Jul 01, 2010 hill writes that the comic book format uses minimal text with graphic art to tell the story. The 500 years of resistance comic book book vancouver. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading the 500 years of resistance comic book. Find books like the 500 years of resistance comic book from the worlds largest community of readers. The drawings are poor and the panels are hard to follow. A powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous resistance to the european colonisation of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with. By gord hill the 500 years of resistance comic book by gord hill a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the.
Topics indigenous, native, colonization, land, selfdetermination, aim, american indian movement, canada, genocide, north america, resistance, revolt. This magazine the 500 years of resistance comic book is a milestone. Gord hills 500 years of indigenous resistance was originally published in 1992 in the first issue of the revolutionary indigenous newspaper ohtohkin. Life in resistance is a 2017 american documentary film directed by pamela yates about the trial of guatemalan dictator efrain rios montt for genocide against the countrys indigenous maya population in the 1980s and the popular uprising that followed the trial, which led to the toppling of president otto perez molina. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries. Mar 11, 2010 in the 500 years of resistance comic book, vancouverbased writer gord hill blends his visual and literary talents to tell the story of aboriginal life since the arrival of europeans in the western hemisphere in 1492. The 500 years of resistance comic book by gord hill. He moved so fast from one event to the other, it was hard to make sense of the book. A powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish. From a historic genocide trial to the overthrow of a president, 500 years tells a sweeping story of mounting resistance played out in guatemalas recent history through the actions and perspectives of the majority indigenous mayan population, who now stand poised to reimagine their society. Nov 14, 2014 the 500 years of resistance comic book a powerful and historically accurate graphic portrayal of indigenous peoples resistance to the european colonization of the americas, beginning with the spanish invasion under christopher columbus and ending with the six nations land reclamation in ontario in 2006. With strong, plain language and evocative illustrations, the 500 years of resistance comic book documents the fighting spirit and ongoing resistance of indigenous peoples through 500 years of genocide, massacres, torture, rape, displacement, and assimilation. The author admits to not having a full understanding of the traditions of his own people. The 500 years of resistance comic book, by first nations artist and longtime political activist gord hill, promises a fresh approach to understanding what has happened to indigenous people in the americas since 1492.