Hunters of the Great North (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163334317)

Hunters of the Great North is a non-fiction book written by Vilhjalmur Stefansson, an anthropologist and explorer who spent many years studying the Inuit people of the Arctic. The book is a detailed account of his travels and experiences living among the Inuit, who he describes as some of the most skilled hunters and survivalists in the world.Stefansson's book covers a wide range of topics related to Inuit life, including their hunting techniques, their social structure and customs, and their beliefs and spirituality. He also discusses the challenges of living in such a harsh and unforgiving environment, including the constant threat of starvation and exposure to the elements.Throughout the book, Stefansson draws on his own experiences and observations to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of Inuit life. He describes their clothing, food, and housing, as well as their interactions with other cultures and the impact of colonialism on their way of life.Overall, Hunters of the Great North is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the Inuit people and their way of life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, Arctic exploration, or Indigenous cultures.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.

Author: Vilhjalmur Stefansson
ISBN-10: 1163334316
ISBN-13: 9781163334317
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 346
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d