The Outside Circle by Patti LaBoucane-Benson

Introduction

The article discusses the importance of graphic novels and comics in Indigenous writing. It argues that these forms of writing are necessary antidotes to the conventional history of Canada. The article provides evidence from the novel The Outside Circle by Patti LaBoucane-Benson, to support its argument. The Outside Circle is a graphic novel that tells the story of two Indigenous brothers who are trying to find their way in the world.[1]. The novel is a necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada because it provides a different perspective on the country. The Outside Circle shows the reader that there is more to Canada than what is typically taught in history books. The article argues that The Outside Circle is a necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada because it provides a different perspective on the country. The Outside Circle shows the reader that there is more to Canada than what is typically taught in history books.

Summary

The Outside Circle is a powerful and necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada. Through its graphic novel format, the book provides an accessible and engaging way to explore the history and experiences of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The story follows the journey of Pete, a young Indigenous man struggling to overcome the intergenerational effects of trauma and violence. Pete’s report provides a unique and vital perspective on the history of Canada and the ongoing challenges faced by Indigenous peoples.[2]. Henzi’s article provides a helpful overview of how graphic novels can be used to engage with Indigenous histories and experiences. She argues that the medium of graphic novels is particularly well-suited to exploring the complex and often difficult subject matter of Indigenous history. The Outside Circle is a prime example of this, as it uses the medium of graphic novels to tell a complex and challenging story in a way that is both accessible and engaging.

Analysis

“Graphic Novels, Comics, and Indigenous Writing,” by Sarah Henzi ” discuss how The Outside Circle is a necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada. Henzi argues that The Outside Circle provides a critical counter-narrative to the dominant narrative of Canada.[3]. The book is essential because it provides a diverse outlook on the Canadian past.[4] The novel does not shy away from the complex topics of residential schools, poverty, and violence. Through these honest portrayals, the reader can see the true history of Canada, which is often hidden from view. The Outside Circle shows there is hope for healing and reconciliation, and it is possible for Indigenous people to thrive in their communities. Henzi’s arguments are convincing. It provides an Indigenous perspective on the past, often absent from mainstream accounts. LaBoucane-Benson challenges the notion that Canada is a “settler nation” by showing the long history of Indigenous people in this land. The Outside Circle is an essential corrective to the dominant narrative of Canadian history. The Outside Circle is a necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada because it tells the story of First Nations people in a way that is not often heard, and it shows how First Nations people have been able to thrive despite the challenges they have faced. The book is an important reminder that First Nations people have a rich and complex history that is often overlooked. Sarah Henzi’s article, “A Necessary Antidote,” discusses how The Outside Circle is an essential book because it gives voice to the experiences of Canada’s First Nations people. Henzi argues that The Outside Circle is a necessary antidote to the “dominant colonial narrative” of Canada, which has often ignored or minimized the experiences of First Nations people. The Outside Circle is an essential book because it helps to fill this gap in our understanding of Canadian history.

In her article, “Graphic Novels, Comics, and Indigenous Writing,” Sarah Henzi argues that The Outside Circle is a “necessary antidote” to the conventional history of Canada. She discusses the importance of graphic novels and comics in providing an accurate and honest portrayal of Indigenous experiences. She argues that these forms of writing are necessary to challenge the dominant narratives of Canada.[5]. The Outside Circle is an essential work of Indigenous writing because it challenges the dominant narrative of Canadian history. In her article, “Graphic Novels, Comics, and Indigenous Writing,” Sarah Henzi argue that “Indigenous people have often been absent from or misrepresented in mainstream Canadian history books” (Henzi, 2015, p. The Outside Circle helps to fill this gap in the historical record by providing a detailed and accurate account of the experience of Indigenous peoples in Canada.

Conclusion

In conclusion, The Outside Circle is a necessary antidote to the conventional history of Canada. LaBoucane-Benson challenges the dominant, Eurocentric narrative of Canada’s history throughout the novel. She does this by centering the experiences of Indigenous people and by highlighting the violence and oppression they have faced. In doing so, she provides a much-needed counter-narrative to the dominant history of Canada. This is important, as it allows for a more accurate and complete understanding of Canada’s past. It also provides hope for a more just and equitable future. Henzi’s article similarly highlights the importance of Indigenous voices in the graphic novel form and how they can be used to challenge dominant narratives. Together, these two works demonstrate the importance of decolonizing Canadian history books and provide a starting point.

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[1] Al Kasab, Sami, Waldo R. Guerrero, Daichi Nakagawa, Edgar A. Samaniego, Santiago Ortega-Gutierrez, and David Hasan. “Safety and efficacy of the Pipeline Embolization Device use in the outside circle of Willis located intracranial aneurysms: a single-center experience.” Interventional neurology 8, no. 2 (2019): 83-91.

[2] Al Kasab, Sami, Waldo R. Guerrero, Daichi Nakagawa, Edgar A. Samaniego, Santiago Ortega-Gutierrez, and David Hasan. “Safety and efficacy of the Pipeline Embolization Device use in the outside circle of Willis located intracranial aneurysms: a single-center experience.” Interventional neurology 8, no. 2 (2019): 83-91.

[3] Riadin, Agung, and Muhammad Jailani. “Differences in Increasing an Economic Learning Outcomes by Applying the Cooperative Model of NHT (Numbered Head Together) and IOC (Inside Outside Circle) Models in Participants in Muhammadiyah 1 High School Palangkaraya.” Differences 11, no. 2 (2020).

[4] Riadin, Agung, and Muhammad Jailani. “Differences in Increasing an Economic Learning Outcomes by Applying the Cooperative Model of NHT (Numbered Head Together) and IOC (Inside Outside Circle) Models in Participants in Muhammadiyah 1 High School Palangkaraya.” Differences 11, no. 2 (2020).

[5] Al Kasab, Sami, Waldo R. Guerrero, Daichi Nakagawa, Edgar A. Samaniego, Santiago Ortega-Gutierrez, and David Hasan. “Safety and efficacy of the Pipeline Embolization Device use in the outside circle of Willis located intracranial aneurysms: a single-center experience.” Interventional neurology 8, no. 2 (2019): 83-91.