Social Science Native American Studies
Tlingit: Their Art and Culture
- Publisher
- Hancock House
- Initial publish date
- Jun 2003
- Category
- Native American Studies, Native American, Native American
-
Paperback / softback
- ISBN
- 9780888395306
- Publish Date
- Jun 2003
- List Price
- $12.95
Add it to your shelf
Where to buy it
Description
A new look at the Tlingit. The author weaves personal observations in with historical and cultural references to give a lively account of these artistic native peoples. When you visit southeast Alaska you encounter the Tlingit Indians and their very rich lands, diversified culture and wondrous art forms. You can visit from cruise ships, from the Alaska Ferry system, from private boats, from the air, or by following the highway systems though Hyder, Skagway or Haines. The richness of the Tlingit culture flows from the incredible diversity and abundance of the surrounding seas: its fish, whales and sea life, the prolific clam beaches, and the incredible wealth from the spawning fish that feed the bears and eagles and nutrify the dense coniferous forest. The ease with which the natives could extract a good living provided much extra time to devote to developing an extraordinarily rich culture and a prolific art, as well as the warring and slave trading that set the northwest coast peoples apart from the other more food-deprived North American native peoples. This book will give you a glimpse into the richess of their culture and art and afford you some understanding how the Tlingit evolved as part of this productive land.
About the author
Reg Ashwell, who was born and raised in close proximity to several of the Native cultures he writes about, outlines the history of the tribal arts unique to each group, and conveys to the reader his enduring respect for people whose societal heritage and customs were, in many cases, nearly brought to the edge of extinction.
Other titles by
Dogs of the Shepherds
A Review of the Pastoral Breeds
Story of Eagle Activity & Coloring Book
Rocky Mountain Wildlife
Coast Salish
Their Art and Culture
Bald Eagle of Alaska, BC and Washington
Art of the Totem
Wildlife of the Rockies
Indian Tribes of the Northwest
Girls' Talk
Young Women Speak Their Hearts and Minds
Boys in Schools
Addressing the Real Issues: Behavior, Values and Relationships