No one knew how to treat soldiers suffering from shell shock in the First World War, so doctors tried everything including shaming, blaming, and electric shocks.
For decades, The Beaver depicted Indigenous societies as primitive peoples in need of ‘civilization.’ In actuality, the magazine’s images reveal vibrant cultures, resilient communities, and crucial new perspectives on the North.
Book Review: Salish Blankets describes the extraordinary complexity of ceremonial blankets and robes and their connection with both the natural and supernatural worlds.
Book Review: Andrew Scott dives into the history of utopian British Columbia settlements, unpacking 150 years of alternative and experimental communities that have both flourished and failed on B.C. soil.
