Editing There There by Tommy Orange (section)

=== A Story of Resilience ===
Despite the challenges they face, the characters in ''There There'' are resilient. The novel does not shy away from the harsh realities of their lives, but it also highlights their strength and perseverance. Whether it’s Orvil Red Feather learning about his ancestors through YouTube videos or Dene Oxendene, a filmmaker documenting the stories of his community, each character finds a way to hold on to their identity and make sense of their place in the world.

Orange’s portrayal of resilience is especially powerful because it doesn’t sanitize the hardships these characters face. Instead, it shows that survival is not just about enduring hardship, but about finding moments of grace, connection, and meaning amid the struggles.