Book
Unikkaaqtuat : an introduction to traditional Inuit myths and legends / edited by Neil Christopher, Noel McDermott, Louise Flaherty ; researched, compiled, and annotated by Neil Christopher ; introduction and chapter notes by Noel McDermott. --
Record details
- ISBN: 1926569164 (pbk.)
- ISBN: 9781926569161 (pbk.)
- Physical Description: 287 p.
- Publisher: Iqaluit, Nunavut : Inhabit Media, c2011.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 286-287) |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 24.95 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Inuit > Canada > Folklore. Inuit mythology. Legends > Arctic regions. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 398.20899712 Unikk | 31681002289866 | NONFICPBK | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
"This exhaustive story collection makes the rich tradition of Inuit storytelling accessible to the rest of Canada for the first time. From creation myths to animal fables, Unikkaaqtuat gives non-Inuit readers a thorough introduction to the world of Inuittraditional stories. This definitive collection of legends and myths is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition."--pub. desc. - Independent Publishing Group
A collection of ancient Inuit myths.
In this exhaustive story collection, the rich tradition of Inuit storytelling becomes accessible to the rest of Canada for the first time. Unipkaaqtut is the Inuit word meaning "to tell stories."This definitive collection of Inuit legends is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition.
Read about the origin of thunder and lightning, the tale of the man who married a fox and many animal fables from the North. Fascinating and educational, this little-known part of Canada's heritage will captivate readers of all ages. As a work of historical and cultural preservation, this text will be invaluable to those studying Inuit.
- Perseus Publishing
Unikkaaqtuat is the Inuktitut word meaning "to tell stories."
This definitive collection of Inuit legends is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition. Fascinating and educational, this little-known part of Canada's heritage will captivate readers of all ages. As a work of historical and cultural preservation, this textbook will be invaluable to those studying Inuit.
- Perseus Publishing
This definitive collection of Inuit legends is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition.
