Little Big Bully

Little Big Bully by Heid E. Erdrich, published by Penguin on October 6, 2020, is a collection of poetry that explores the themes of harassment and oppression through a unique lens. This edition, comprising 112 pages, showcases Erdrich’s inventive voice and sharp wit as she addresses the deforming effects of societal issues. The collection begins with a collective inquiry into the state of the world, offering insights through personal myth and the contexts of American and Native American experiences.

Readers will find that the poems in Little Big Bully serve as both personal and political reflections, engaging with topics such as women’s resistance and the historical and contemporary challenges faced by Indigenous communities. The work delves into the past, touching on issues like the near-extinction of bison and the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women. Through these verses, survivors articulate their truths and envision futures beyond the shadows of oppression, making this collection a significant contribution to contemporary poetry.