The Knowing: How the Oppression of Indigenous Peoples Continues to Echo Today, Large Print
Continues Echo Today: The Knowing by Tanya Talaga is presented here in a large-print edition about the continuing impacts of oppression on Indigenous peoples. The listing describes a history told through an Indigenous lens, beginning with the author's great-great-grandmother Annie Carpenter and her family.
At a glance
- Large-print format is described as having larger type while retaining the complete text of the original edition.
- The narrative begins with the author's great-great-grandmother Annie Carpenter and her family.
- The listing describes an Indigenous-perspective account of generations of government- and Church-sanctioned enfranchisement and genocide.
Reference price: $38.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Larger type is intended to make the complete text easier to read.
- The stated subject and family-history framing offer a focused entry point into Indigenous history in Canada.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Edition | Large print |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Thorndike Press Large Print |
| Publication date | June 10, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 758 pages |
| Weight listed | 1.92 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.72 x 1.51 x 8.72 inches |
| ISBN-10 | 1420534238 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1420534238 |
What to know before buying
- The publisher listing describes large print but does not state a specific type size. The book covers historical oppression, disappearance, and genocide, which may be difficult subject matter.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers who prefer large-print nonfiction.
- Readers seeking a family-centered account of Indigenous history and the continuing effects of oppression in Canada.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a brief book, since the listing specifies 758 pages.
- Readers seeking a light or purely fictional read.
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Frequently asked questions
Is this the large-print edition?
Yes. The listing identifies the edition as large print and says it uses larger type while preserving the complete text.
What does the book cover?
The listing describes an Indigenous-perspective history beginning with Tanya Talaga's great-great-grandmother Annie Carpenter and her family, addressing generations of oppression in Canada.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 758 pages.
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