Hardships of the Past Recollections of Arviat Elders |
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Author:
| Laugrand, Frederic B. Oosten, Jarich |
ISBN: | 978-1-896204-68-0 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2012 |
Publisher: | Nunavut Arctic College
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | AUD $17.60 |
Book Description:
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Many Inuit elders experienced severe hardships in their past: from starvation to surviving the extreme cold to forced relocation. In this book, eight Inuit elders share their memories of the past and preserve important and unique Inuit traditions and knowledge. A variety of topics are discussed: respect for animals, healing, stars and the weather, shamanism, and traditional spirituality. Much attention is also given to the techniques and stories of survival in adverse circumstances. In...
More DescriptionMany Inuit elders experienced severe hardships in their past: from starvation to surviving the extreme cold to forced relocation. In this book, eight Inuit elders share their memories of the past and preserve important and unique Inuit traditions and knowledge. A variety of topics are discussed: respect for animals, healing, stars and the weather, shamanism, and traditional spirituality. Much attention is also given to the techniques and stories of survival in adverse circumstances. In English and Inuktitut.