Ten'A Texts And Tales From Anvik, Alaska (1914)
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ISBN10: 1164017802
ISBN13: 9781164017806
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164017806
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 236
Weight: 0.71
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ten'A Texts and Tales from Anvik, Alaska is a collection of traditional stories and texts from the Ten'A people of Anvik, Alaska. The book was compiled by John W. Chapman and originally published in 1914. The Ten'A people are a Native American group who have lived in the region for thousands of years, and their stories reflect their deep connection to the land and their spiritual beliefs. The book includes stories about the origins of the Ten'A people, their relationship with the animals and the natural world, and their encounters with supernatural beings. The texts are presented in both the Ten'A language and English, and there are detailed notes and explanations to help readers understand the cultural context of the stories. In addition to the traditional tales, the book also includes descriptions of Ten'A customs and practices, such as their hunting and fishing techniques, their use of medicinal plants, and their ceremonies and rituals. Overall, Ten'A Texts and Tales from Anvik, Alaska provides a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Ten'A people and their way of life in the early 20th century.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.
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