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Finalist for the PEN Open Book AwardLonglisted for the PEN/Jean Stein AwardA TIME, NPR, New York Public Library, Lit Hub, Book Riot, and Entropy Best Book of the Year'Beguiling and haunting. . . . Washuta's voice sears itself onto the skin.' The New York Times Book ReviewBracingly honest and powerfully affecting, White Magic establishes Elissa Washuta as one of our best living essayists.Throughout her life, Elissa Washuta has been surrounded by cheap facsimiles of Native spiritual tools and occult trends, starter witch kits of sage, rose quartz, and tarot cards packaged together in paper and plastic. Following a decade of abuse, addiction, PTSD, and heavyduty drug treatment for a misdiagnosis of bipolar disorder, she felt drawn to the real spirits and powers her dispossessed and discarded ancestors knew, while she undertook necessary work to find love and meaning.In this collection of intertwined essays, she writes about land, heartbreak, and colonization, about life without the escape hatch of intoxication, and about how she became a powerful witch. She interlaces stories from her forebears with cultural artifacts from her own lifeTwin Peaks, the Oregon Trail II video game, a Claymation Satan, a YouTube video of Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckinghamto explore questions of cultural inheritance and the particular danger, as a Native woman, of relaxing into romantic love under colonial rule.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'White Magic' by Elissa Washuta? A: The main theme of 'White Magic' revolves around the intersection of personal trauma, Native identity, and spiritual exploration. Elissa Washuta delves into her experiences with addiction, colonization, and the search for meaning through the lens of her cultural heritage.
- Q: Is 'White Magic' a single narrative or a collection of essays? A: 'White Magic' is a collection of intertwined essays that explore various aspects of the author's life, including her Native ancestry, personal struggles, and cultural reflections.
- Q: How many pages does 'White Magic' have? A: 'White Magic' contains 432 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the author's themes and experiences.
- Q: What format is 'White Magic' available in? A: 'White Magic' is available in hardcover format, which is durable and suitable for both reading and display.
- Q: What awards has 'White Magic' been recognized with? A: 'White Magic' is a finalist for the PEN Open Book Award and was longlisted for the PEN/Jean Stein Award. It has also been recognized as a Best Book of the Year by several reputable sources, including TIME, NPR, and the New York Public Library.
- Q: Who is the author of 'White Magic'? A: The author of 'White Magic' is Elissa Washuta, who is acclaimed for her powerful essays and contributions to contemporary literature.
- Q: When was 'White Magic' published? A: 'White Magic' was published on April 27, 2021.
- Q: What is the target audience for 'White Magic'? A: 'White Magic' is targeted towards readers interested in essays that address themes of identity, spirituality, and personal growth, particularly those who appreciate works by Native authors and essays on cultural heritage.
- Q: Does 'White Magic' include any personal stories? A: 'White Magic' includes personal stories from Elissa Washuta's life, interwoven with cultural artifacts and reflections on her ancestry, making it both a personal and cultural exploration.
- Q: What is the writing style of 'White Magic'? A: 'White Magic' features a bracingly honest and engaging writing style, characterized by its ability to blend personal narrative with broader cultural commentary.