Books This Accident of Being Lost: Songs and Stories  by Leanne Betasamosake Simpson (Author)

"This Accident of Being Lost: Songs and Stories" by Leanne Betasamosake Simpson is a collection blending poetry, prose, and song that explores Indigenous identity, land, and community from the perspective of the Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg nation. Simpson, an acclaimed Indigenous writer, scholar, musician, and activist, draws profoundly on Indigenous philosophy, storytelling, and her connection to ancestral territories.

The work reflects themes of Indigenous resurgence, healing, and relationality to the earth, offering readers an immersive experience into Indigenous worldview and contemporary life. Simpson challenges colonial narratives by centering Indigenous voices and ways of knowing, while addressing resilience, survival, and transformation.