The Tsimshian: Their Arts And Music (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258374440)

The Tsimshian: Their Arts And Music is a comprehensive book that delves into the rich cultural heritage of the Tsimshian people, who are indigenous to the Pacific Northwest region of North America. Written by Viola Edmundson Garfield, a renowned expert on Native American art and culture, the book provides a detailed account of the Tsimshian people's history, traditions, and way of life.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Tsimshian's social organization, their art forms, and their musical traditions. It explores the various forms of Tsimshian art, such as totem poles, masks, and other decorative objects, and provides insights into the symbolism and meaning behind these creations. The book also discusses the Tsimshian's musical traditions, which include songs, dances, and ceremonies, and explores the role of music in Tsimshian culture.Throughout the book, Garfield draws on her extensive knowledge of Tsimshian culture and her own experiences living among the Tsimshian people to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of this fascinating culture. The book is accompanied by numerous illustrations and photographs that help bring the Tsimshian's arts and music to life, making it an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in Native American culture or the arts and music of the Pacific Northwest region.Tsimshian Songs By Marius Barbeau. Publications Of The American Ethnological Society, V18.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: Viola Edmundson Garfield
ISBN-10: 1258374447
ISBN-13: 9781258374440
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 06/09/2012
Pages: 312
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.29lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d