Far North Tales : Stories from the Peoples of the Arctic Circle

More than 30 tales from the Arctic regions of Siberia, Scandinavia, Greenland, Alaska, and Canada-represent indigenous ethnic groups such as the Inuit, Aleuts, Saami (or Lapps), Samoyeds, and more than 20 others. Many of these tales are unavailable in contemporary publications and virtually unknown to readers today. The stories are organized by type-animal tales, myths and legends, spirits and shamans, heroes and heroines, tales of every day life-and the ethnic source and country of origin is noted for each. Color photos, background on the geography, the history and cultures of the native peoples, and notes on the tales will also be included. A wonderful resource for educators and storytellers looking for unique tales from the polar regions; as well as for students studying geography, the environment, and native peoples.