"The Temptations of Big Bear" by Robert Kroetsch explores the life and struggles of the historical figure Big Bear, a Cree leader during the tumultuous period of the 19th-century Canadian prairies. The narrative weaves together themes of cultural identity, colonialism, and personal conflict as Big Bear grapples with the challenges posed by encroaching settlers and the encroachment of Canadian government policies. Through a blend of poetic prose and rich imagery, Kroetsch delves into the spiritual and emotional dilemmas faced by Indigenous peoples, highlighting Big Bear's resistance and the profound connection to land and tradition amid change and adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called New Canadian Library .

There are 408 pages in this book. This book was published in 1995 by McClelland & Stewart Inc. .

Rudy Wiebe, was born in a northern Saskatchewan farming community; in 1947 the family moved to Alberta, and he completed his education at the University of Alberta, where he teaches. His books are widely published internationally and he is the winner of numerous awards, including two Governor General's Awards for Fiction, and he is an Officer of the Order of Canada. Chinook Christmas is his first book for children.