One Native Life

Richard Wagamese was one of Canada’s foremost First Nations authors and storytellers. He was the author of thirteen books including Indian Horse, the People’s Choice winner in the Canada Reads competition. He held Honorary Doctor of Letters degrees from Thompson Rivers University and Lakehead University. He lived in Kamloops, BC.

Christian Baskous is an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator. His theatrical credits include numerous roles in the New York Shakespeare Festival, Circle in the Square, the Kennedy Center, and Theater for the New City, as well as other regional theaters. His film and television work includes appearances in Glory, Brighton Beach Memoirs, Law & Order, Swan’s Crossing, and Swift Justice.