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The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska (1898)

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The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska is a detailed study of the wildlife that the indigenous people of Northwestern Alaska, the Eskimos, were familiar with in the late 19th century. Written by John Murdoch and originally published in 1898, this book is a comprehensive guide to the animals that were hunted, trapped, and used for food, clothing, and tools by the Eskimos. The book covers a wide range of species, including mammals like the caribou, muskox, and polar bear, as well as birds, fish, and invertebrates. Each animal is described in detail, including its physical characteristics, behavior, and uses by the Eskimos. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the animals, as well as maps showing their distribution in the region.In addition to the scientific information about the animals, The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska also provides insights into the traditional hunting and fishing practices of the Eskimos. Murdoch describes the tools and techniques used to catch each animal, as well as the cultural and spiritual significance of hunting and fishing in Eskimo society.Overall, The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the wildlife and culture of this remote region, as well as for scholars of anthropology, ecology, and natural history.From The American Naturalist, October, 1898.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781167150166
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 20
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 216x279x1 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 91 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 22. januar 2025
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The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska is a detailed study of the wildlife that the indigenous people of Northwestern Alaska, the Eskimos, were familiar with in the late 19th century. Written by John Murdoch and originally published in 1898, this book is a comprehensive guide to the animals that were hunted, trapped, and used for food, clothing, and tools by the Eskimos. The book covers a wide range of species, including mammals like the caribou, muskox, and polar bear, as well as birds, fish, and invertebrates. Each animal is described in detail, including its physical characteristics, behavior, and uses by the Eskimos. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the animals, as well as maps showing their distribution in the region.In addition to the scientific information about the animals, The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska also provides insights into the traditional hunting and fishing practices of the Eskimos. Murdoch describes the tools and techniques used to catch each animal, as well as the cultural and spiritual significance of hunting and fishing in Eskimo society.Overall, The Animals Known To The Eskimos Of Northwestern Alaska is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the wildlife and culture of this remote region, as well as for scholars of anthropology, ecology, and natural history.From The American Naturalist, October, 1898.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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