The Giant Bear (English): An Inuit Folktale

By Jose Angutinngurniq

Book Overview

One of the most terrifying creatures to be found in traditional Inuit stories is the nanurluk, a massive bear the size of an iceberg that lives under the sea ice. Its monstrous size and ice-covered fur make it an almost impenetrable foe. But when a lone hunter spots the breathing hole of the nanurluk on the sea ice near his iglu, he quickly uses his quick thinking and excellent hunting skills to hatch a plan to outsmart the deadly bear.

Jose Angutingunrik, a gifted storyteller and respected elder from Kugaaruk, Nunavut, brings to life a story of the great nanurluk that has been told in the Kugaaruk region for generations.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1927095034
• ISBN13: 9781927095034
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Inhabit Media - Inhabit Media
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.0" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 7 to 9 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 4