Drums Of Diomede: The Transformation Of The Alaskan Eskimo (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163698181)

Drums of Diomede: The Transformation of the Alaskan Eskimo is a book written by Arthur Hansin Eide. The book explores the transformation of the Alaskan Eskimo people, specifically the Inupiaq people, over the course of several decades. Eide, who lived among the Inupiaq people in the 1950s and 1960s, provides a firsthand account of their way of life, their customs, and their beliefs.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the Inupiaq people and their history, including their interactions with Russian and American explorers and traders. The second part focuses on the changes that occurred in Inupiaq society during the 20th century, including the impact of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act and the arrival of modern technology. The final part of the book examines the Inupiaq people's efforts to preserve their culture and traditions in the face of these changes.Throughout the book, Eide uses personal anecdotes and interviews with Inupiaq elders to provide insights into their way of life. He also discusses the role of traditional activities such as hunting and fishing in Inupiaq culture, as well as the importance of storytelling and music.Drums of Diomede is an important work for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Inupiaq people, as well as the impact of modernization on indigenous communities. Eide's engaging writing style and firsthand knowledge of the Inupiaq people make this book a compelling read.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.

Author: Arthur Hansin Eide
ISBN-10: 1163698180
ISBN-13: 9781163698181
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.78lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.55d