MimiCree (Redux): “Locating my tongue”
A journal from Rick Harp’s days studying Cree records the victories and vexations that go with taking on a tongue so different from English.
Author: Rick Harp
A founder and president of the INDIGENA Creative Group, Rick offers 15 years-plus media experience in journalism and communication. A host/producer with the Aboriginal Peoples Television Network for many years, Rick has also served as Artistic Director for the Winnipeg Aboriginal Film Festival. He is a member of the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation in northern Saskatchewan. Rick on the Web: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn
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