The Eskimo Of Baffin Land And Hudson Bay (1901) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781167125003)

The Eskimo of Baffin Land and Hudson Bay is a book written by Franz Boas and published in 1901. The book is a comprehensive account of the Eskimo people living in the regions of Baffin Land and Hudson Bay in Canada. Boas, a renowned anthropologist, spent several years studying the Eskimo culture and way of life, and this book is a result of his extensive research.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Eskimo life. Boas describes in detail the Eskimo's physical appearance, their social organization, their hunting and fishing practices, their religious beliefs, and their artistic expressions. He also provides insights into the Eskimo language, which he studied extensively.Boas's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Eskimo culture or the anthropology of indigenous people. It provides a rare glimpse into the daily lives of the Eskimo people and their unique traditions and customs. The book is written in a clear and concise language, making it accessible to a wide range of readers. Overall, The Eskimo of Baffin Land and Hudson Bay is an important work that has contributed significantly to our understanding of the Eskimo culture and way of life.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: Franz Boas
ISBN-10: 1167125002
ISBN-13: 9781167125003
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 378
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.59lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d