In this first English-language collection of Tikigaq myths and oral histories; storyteller Asatchaq Jimmie Killigivuk recounts twenty-four tales of legendary and historic shamans.When poet-anthropologist Tom Lowenstein began recording his stories in 1975; Asatchaq was the oldest Tikigaq resident and the community's most authoritative storyteller. Asatchaq saw his work with Lowenstein as a communal obligation to preserve these stories for members of the new generation who were growing up as modern Americans unaware of Tikigaq history.From the Tikigaq creation myth to the oral history of a shaman's final renunciation of his practice and Christian baptism; these stories will become essential to the growing canon of native North American literature.
#157495 in Books 1995-05-10 1995-05-10Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.98 x 1.15 x 5.98l; 1.35 #File Name: 0517884046448 pages
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Food for ThoughtBy J. VilchesFood in History is an academic; yet readable; overview of food throughout history. From prehistoric hunting and gathering to modern day genetically modified crops; Tannahill looks at how food availability; preparation; and consumption have a profound affect on culture and politics.The book is divided into broad time categories - first thousands of years and then hundreds. In each section; Tannahill explores food in different broad areas such as the Americas; Europe; Asia; India; Africa; etc. This is not a cookbook - don't expect historical recipes. Also keep in mind that it's an overview - don't expect details on the evolution of every single regional cuisine. Food in History is very well researched and comprehensively documented. Tannahill has a pleasant writing style; and just when the material threatens to get a bit too dry; up pops an interesting factoid or anecdote to recapture your interest.I would recommend this book to anyone interested in how food has helped shape our history.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Sabin A. Warrickgreat2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Wore it out the first time it came out so ...By Alan YoungWore it out the first time it came out so I had to buy a new one.
