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The Owner of the Sea: Three Inuit Stories Retold
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ISBN13: 9781800171176
Publisher: Carcanet Classics
Published: Aug 26 2021
Pages: 188
Weight: 0.54
Height: 0.61 Width: 5.47 Depth: 8.55
Language: English
Discover the enchanting world of Inuit mythology through Richard Price's lyrical retellings of ancient stories.
Owner of the Sea unveils the remarkable narratives of Sedna, the Sea Goddess, and Kiviuq, the Hunter, rich with extraordinary incidents and natural wonder. Explore a world where women marry dogs, birds summon storms, and walruses have surprising origins. These poems celebrate the creaturely relations with our fellow inhabitants of land and sea, offering a fresh perspective on Inuit culture.
Experience a blend of poetry and folklore, perfect for those seeking to connect with indigenous traditions and explore themes of transformation, survival, and the delicate balance between humanity and nature. Dive into these evocative stories and discover the magic of the Arctic.
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