In this newly revised edition of ALASKA'S TOTEM POLES, readers learn about the history and use of totems, clan crests, symbolism, and much more. A special section describes where to go to view totems. Foreword writer David A. Boxley offers the unique perspective of a Native Alaskan...
Author Pat Kramer considers totem poles ""North America's most unique contribution to the world of aboriginal art."" In ALASKA'S TOTEM POLES, she provides a guide to the history of totem poles and their carvers, the legends behind them, how to ""read"" them, customs and ceremonies,...