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Behind closed doors : stories from the Kamloops Indian Residential School
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Behind closed doors : stories from the Kamloops Indian Residential School
Xwi7xwa Library, University of British Columbia

2000
Book > Interviews
Creators
Jack, Agness S.
Contributors
Secwepemc Cultural Education Society
Description
"Behind Closed Doors features written testimonials from thirty-two individuals who attended the Kamloops Indian Residential School. The school was one of many infamous residential schools that operated from 1893 to 1979. The storytellers remember and share with us their stolen time at the school; many stories are told through courageous tears"--publisher's website.

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ISBN
0919441971
Statement of Responsibility
Agness S. Jack.
Publication Information
Penticton, B.C. : Secwepemc Cultural Education Society ; Penticton, B.C. : Theytus Books
Physical Description
206 p. : ill., ports, photos ; 28 cm.
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Awaiting permission from Secwepemc Cultural Education Society Olivia Done, 6/1/2021
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