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_aBilby, Julian W., _d1871-1932 |
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_aAmong unknown Eskimo : _bAn account of twelve years intimate relations with the primitive Eskimo of ice-bound Baffin Land, with a description of their ways of living, hunting customs & beliefs |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2022 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2022-05-26 | ||
| 508 | _aJeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) | ||
| 520 | _a"Among Unknown Eskimo" by Julian W. Bilby is an ethnographic account detailing twelve years of close interactions with the Inuit people of Baffin Land, written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the daily lives, hunting techniques, customs, and beliefs of these indigenous Arctic inhabitants. It serves as both a travel narrative and a valuable documentation of a culture that faced external pressures and changes. The opening of this work establishes the author's deep appreciation for the Eskimo people and sets the tone for the detailed exploration to follow. It begins with a preface acknowledging the contributions of various individuals and institutions that aided the author in his research. The first chapter reflects on the challenges and adventures of Arctic voyages, highlighting the historical context of exploration in these frozen regions. Bilby intertwines historical accounts and native oral traditions, showcasing the Eskimo's rich heritage and their encounters with explorers. The narrative paints a vivid picture of the stark beauty of Baffin Land, the practicality of Eskimo life, and the significance of storytelling in preserving their culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: J. B. Lippincott Company, 1923 |
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| 653 | _aEskimo mythology | ||
| 653 | _aEskimos -- Religion | ||
| 653 | _aBaffin Island (Nunavut) | ||
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_aFleming, Archibald Lang, _d1883-1953 |
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