In Thomas King’s novel, Indians on Vacation, the protagonist, Bird, navigates his identity and purpose as a journalist, amongst the complications of cultural heritage and familial relationships. Through Bird’s experiences, the story explores themes of resilience, belonging, and the search for meaning. Bird’s relationships with his mother and father shape his journey, while King’s narrative techniques deepen these themes. Bird’s identity and purpose as a journalist are linked with the influences of his parents: his search for belonging and validation, driven by both the absence of his father and a desire for a connection with him, intertwines with his understanding of emotional stability and storytelling provided by his mother. Additionally,
