Hunters of the Great North is a book by Vilhjalmur Stefansson that explores the lives and culture of the Inuit people who live in the Arctic regions of Canada. Stefansson, who was an explorer and anthropologist, spent many years living among the Inuit and studying their way of life. In this book, he shares his experiences and observations, providing a fascinating insight into the customs, beliefs, and traditions of these indigenous people.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect ...
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Hunters of the Great North is a book by Vilhjalmur Stefansson that explores the lives and culture of the Inuit people who live in the Arctic regions of Canada. Stefansson, who was an explorer and anthropologist, spent many years living among the Inuit and studying their way of life. In this book, he shares his experiences and observations, providing a fascinating insight into the customs, beliefs, and traditions of these indigenous people.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Inuit life. Stefansson describes their hunting and fishing techniques, their clothing and shelter, their social organization, and their spiritual beliefs. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on the Inuit way of life, and the challenges they faced as a result.Throughout the book, Stefansson emphasizes the resourcefulness and resilience of the Inuit people, who have adapted to the harsh conditions of the Arctic environment over thousands of years. He also highlights the importance of preserving their culture and traditions in the face of modernization and globalization.Hunters of the Great North is a classic work of anthropology and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Inuit people. It is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to a wide audience.1922. With Illustrations. Between 1906 and 1918, anthropologist and explorer Vilhjalmur Stefansson went on three long expeditions to the Alaskan and Canadian Arctic. For supplies he relied heavily on local resources, and he adopted the Eskimo way of living, thus successfully demonstrating his theory that the rigors of existence in the Arctic are much reduced by the use of such techniques. He wrote voluminously about his travels and observations. In this book, Stefansson tries by means of diaries and memories to tell the story of his first year among the Eskimos.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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