A Treasury Of Eskimo Tales (1922)

By Clara Kern Bayliss and George L Carlson

Book Overview

A Treasury of Eskimo Tales is a collection of traditional stories and legends from the Eskimo people, compiled and edited by Clara K. Bayliss. Originally published in 1922, this book features a variety of tales that have been passed down through generations of Eskimo storytellers. The stories cover a range of topics, from creation myths and animal fables to tales of adventure and romance. The book is divided into sections based on the regions where the stories originated, including Alaska, Greenland, and Canada. Each section includes an introduction that provides background information on the culture and history of the Eskimo people. The tales are presented in a straightforward, engaging style that makes them accessible to readers of all ages. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the rich literary traditions of the Eskimo people.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163965278
• ISBN13: 9781163965276
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"