Author: Stephen R. Bown
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822830
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Among the explorers made famous for revealing hitherto impenetrable cultures-T. E. Lawrence and Wilfred Thesiger in the Middle East, Richard Burton in Africa-Knud Rasmussen stands out not only for his physical bravery but also for the beauty of his writing. Part Danish, part Inuit, Rasmussen made a courageous three-year journey by dog sled from Greenland to Alaska to reveal the common origins of all circumpolar peoples. Lovers of Arctic adventure, exotic cultures, and timeless legend will relish this gripping tale by Stephen R. Bown, known as "Canada's Simon Winchester."
White Eskimo
Author: Stephen R. Bown
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822830
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Among the explorers made famous for revealing hitherto impenetrable cultures-T. E. Lawrence and Wilfred Thesiger in the Middle East, Richard Burton in Africa-Knud Rasmussen stands out not only for his physical bravery but also for the beauty of his writing. Part Danish, part Inuit, Rasmussen made a courageous three-year journey by dog sled from Greenland to Alaska to reveal the common origins of all circumpolar peoples. Lovers of Arctic adventure, exotic cultures, and timeless legend will relish this gripping tale by Stephen R. Bown, known as "Canada's Simon Winchester."
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 0306822830
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 386
Book Description
Among the explorers made famous for revealing hitherto impenetrable cultures-T. E. Lawrence and Wilfred Thesiger in the Middle East, Richard Burton in Africa-Knud Rasmussen stands out not only for his physical bravery but also for the beauty of his writing. Part Danish, part Inuit, Rasmussen made a courageous three-year journey by dog sled from Greenland to Alaska to reveal the common origins of all circumpolar peoples. Lovers of Arctic adventure, exotic cultures, and timeless legend will relish this gripping tale by Stephen R. Bown, known as "Canada's Simon Winchester."
White Eskimo
Author: Harold Horwood
Publisher: CNIB, [197-?]
ISBN:
Category : Labrador (N.L.)
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Fiction with backbone of history of meeting of three cultures - Indian, Eskimo, and White.
Publisher: CNIB, [197-?]
ISBN:
Category : Labrador (N.L.)
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Fiction with backbone of history of meeting of three cultures - Indian, Eskimo, and White.
North Pole Legacy
Author: S. Allen Counter
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510726381
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
North Pole Legacy tells the story of two men whose existence was for decades nothing more than a popular legend. But that rumor was finally verified in 1986 when author S. Allen Counter journeyed to northern Greenland, and met this pair of remarkable men. Counter had long been an admirer of Matthew A. Henson, the African-American explorer who accompanied Admiral Robert E. Peary to the North Pole twice in early twentieth century. While conducting professional research in Sweden, Counter became intrigued by talk of mixed-race Inuit living in an isolated region of Greenland. Unable to forget this rumor, Counter traveled to investigate several years later, venturing more than a thousand miles north of the Arctic Circle. There, in two tiny villages, Counter met Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary, Amer-Inuit sons of the two explorers. Born only days apart in 1906, they had long been acknowledged by their communities as the sons of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary, but had never been in contact with any of their American relatives. As it was obvious that these two men longed to see the country of their fathers, Counter arranged for Anakukaq, Kali, and their families to travel to America to meet their families. North Pole Legacy describes the obstacles that Counter overcame to bring news of Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary to the world, to bring them to the United States, and to facilitate a reunion with relatives that they had never known. At the same time, the narrative flashes back to the unique history of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary in their collaboration as explorers and addresses their somewhat controversial claim to have been the first people to reach the North Pole. Compelling, insightful, and impossible to forget, North Pole Legacy is a must read for every history buff and armchair explorer.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1510726381
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
North Pole Legacy tells the story of two men whose existence was for decades nothing more than a popular legend. But that rumor was finally verified in 1986 when author S. Allen Counter journeyed to northern Greenland, and met this pair of remarkable men. Counter had long been an admirer of Matthew A. Henson, the African-American explorer who accompanied Admiral Robert E. Peary to the North Pole twice in early twentieth century. While conducting professional research in Sweden, Counter became intrigued by talk of mixed-race Inuit living in an isolated region of Greenland. Unable to forget this rumor, Counter traveled to investigate several years later, venturing more than a thousand miles north of the Arctic Circle. There, in two tiny villages, Counter met Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary, Amer-Inuit sons of the two explorers. Born only days apart in 1906, they had long been acknowledged by their communities as the sons of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary, but had never been in contact with any of their American relatives. As it was obvious that these two men longed to see the country of their fathers, Counter arranged for Anakukaq, Kali, and their families to travel to America to meet their families. North Pole Legacy describes the obstacles that Counter overcame to bring news of Anaukaq Henson and Kali Peary to the world, to bring them to the United States, and to facilitate a reunion with relatives that they had never known. At the same time, the narrative flashes back to the unique history of Matthew Henson and Robert Peary in their collaboration as explorers and addresses their somewhat controversial claim to have been the first people to reach the North Pole. Compelling, insightful, and impossible to forget, North Pole Legacy is a must read for every history buff and armchair explorer.
Dick Kent with the Eskimos
Author: M. M. Oblinger
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
In 'Dick Kent with the Eskimos' by M. M. Oblinger, readers are taken on an adventurous journey to the icy landscapes of the Arctic where the protagonist, Dick Kent, finds himself surrounded by the mysterious Eskimo culture. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, transporting readers to a world of snow-covered tundras and traditional Eskimo practices. Oblinger's detailed portrayal of the Eskimos provides a unique insight into their way of life, adding depth to the narrative. The book is a blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and the resilience of the human spirit, making it a captivating read for those interested in Arctic exploration and indigenous cultures. M. M. Oblinger's background as a traveler and keen observer of different cultures is evident in the vivid depictions of the Eskimos in the book. His personal experiences likely influenced his decision to write about the Arctic and its inhabitants, adding authenticity to the story. Overall, 'Dick Kent with the Eskimos' is a must-read for those looking for a gripping adventure tale intertwined with cultural exploration and personal growth.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 146
Book Description
In 'Dick Kent with the Eskimos' by M. M. Oblinger, readers are taken on an adventurous journey to the icy landscapes of the Arctic where the protagonist, Dick Kent, finds himself surrounded by the mysterious Eskimo culture. The book is written in a descriptive and engaging style, transporting readers to a world of snow-covered tundras and traditional Eskimo practices. Oblinger's detailed portrayal of the Eskimos provides a unique insight into their way of life, adding depth to the narrative. The book is a blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and the resilience of the human spirit, making it a captivating read for those interested in Arctic exploration and indigenous cultures. M. M. Oblinger's background as a traveler and keen observer of different cultures is evident in the vivid depictions of the Eskimos in the book. His personal experiences likely influenced his decision to write about the Arctic and its inhabitants, adding authenticity to the story. Overall, 'Dick Kent with the Eskimos' is a must-read for those looking for a gripping adventure tale intertwined with cultural exploration and personal growth.
Echoing Silence
Author: John Moss
Publisher: University of Ottawa Press
ISBN: 0776604414
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
The North has always had, and still has, an irresistible attraction. This fascination is made up of a mixture of perspectives, among these, the various explorations of the Arctic itself and the Inuk cultural heritage found in the elders' and contemporary stories. This book discusses the different generations of explorers and writers and illustrates how the sounds of a landscape are inseparable from the stories of its inhabitants. Published in English.
Publisher: University of Ottawa Press
ISBN: 0776604414
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 241
Book Description
The North has always had, and still has, an irresistible attraction. This fascination is made up of a mixture of perspectives, among these, the various explorations of the Arctic itself and the Inuk cultural heritage found in the elders' and contemporary stories. This book discusses the different generations of explorers and writers and illustrates how the sounds of a landscape are inseparable from the stories of its inhabitants. Published in English.
Dick Kent with the Eskimos
Author: Milton Richards
Publisher: Akron, Ohio : Saalfield Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Publisher: Akron, Ohio : Saalfield Publishing Company
ISBN:
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Give Me My Father's Body
Author: Kenn Harper
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 074341005X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
A searing, true tale of extraordinary darkness, Harper's critically acclaimed history is an absorbing and poignant portrait of the short, strange, and tragic life of the boy known as the New York Eskimo. Two 16-page photo inserts and one 8-page insert.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 074341005X
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 316
Book Description
A searing, true tale of extraordinary darkness, Harper's critically acclaimed history is an absorbing and poignant portrait of the short, strange, and tragic life of the boy known as the New York Eskimo. Two 16-page photo inserts and one 8-page insert.
White Lies about the Inuit
Author: John Steckley
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 9781551118758
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
In this lively book, designed specifically for introductory students, Steckley unpacks three white lies: the myth that there are fifty-two words for snow, that there are blond, blue-eyed Inuit descended from the Vikings, and that the Inuit send off their elders to die on ice floes.
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
ISBN: 9781551118758
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
In this lively book, designed specifically for introductory students, Steckley unpacks three white lies: the myth that there are fifty-two words for snow, that there are blond, blue-eyed Inuit descended from the Vikings, and that the Inuit send off their elders to die on ice floes.
The White Archer
Author: James A. Houston
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH)
ISBN: 9780395618530
Category : Eskimos
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
A young Eskimo vows to avenge his parents' violent deaths, but over the years that it takes him to become a master archer, he outgrows his hatred.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH)
ISBN: 9780395618530
Category : Eskimos
Languages : en
Pages : 95
Book Description
A young Eskimo vows to avenge his parents' violent deaths, but over the years that it takes him to become a master archer, he outgrows his hatred.
1990 Census of Population
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Alaska
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Alaska
Languages : en
Pages : 724
Book Description