Tales and Traditions of the Eskimo With a Sketch of Their Habits, Religion, Language and Other Peculiarities

""Tales and Traditions of the Eskimo with a Sketch of Their Habits, Religion, Language and Other Peculiarities"" is a book written by Henry Rink. The book provides a comprehensive description of the customs, beliefs, and practices of the Eskimo people. It includes a collection of traditional tales and legends that have been passed down through generations of Eskimo storytellers. The book also explores the Eskimo language, including its grammar and syntax, and provides a detailed account of the daily life and habits of the Eskimo people, including their hunting and fishing practices, clothing, and shelter. Additionally, the book delves into the spiritual beliefs and practices of the Eskimo people, including their shamanistic traditions and their relationship with the natural world. Overall, ""Tales and Traditions of the Eskimo with a Sketch of Their Habits, Religion, Language and Other Peculiarities"" is an informative and fascinating look at the culture and history of one of the world's most unique and fascinating indigenous peoples.1875. Folklore, myths, and legends compiled by the 19th-Century explorer, Hinrich (Henry) Rink, offers intriguing glimpses of an unspoiled culture. This treasury of 150 stories is a wonderful reference for anthropologists and historians and devotees of folk tales.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.