Totem Poles - Softcover

Pat Kramer

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1894974441 ISBN 13: 9781894974448

Publisher: Heritage House Publishing, 2008

Synopsis

This book guides readers to the many places in British Columbia, Washington and Alaska where totem poles can be found and helps viewers understand the "language" of the poles.

Learn about their origin and history, the symbols and ceremonies linked to them, types of figures and how to identify them, and where to see authentic poles and pole collections.

Pat Kramer spent many years researching the material in this book and worked closely with First Nations to create a fresh and revealing look at these incredible artifacts. Filled with fascinating facts, legends and photographs, Totem Poles is an excellent guide, reference and souvenir.

About this title

Product Description:

Rare Book

Review:

A very readable and interesting book . . . will be appreciated by anyone with an interest in Aboriginal art and First Nation history. . . a useful resource to anyone kayaking the B.C. or Alaska coast. --Sandy Richardson, QAYAQ

-- (01/12/2008)

A thoroughly researched reference and guidebook to totem poles . . . generously illustrated with excellent photos . . . a valuable record of totem art presented in an appealing and readable book. Highly Recommended. --Gillian Richardson, CM magazine

-- (01/09/2009)

About this edition

• Publisher: Heritage House Publishing
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1894974441
• ISBN 13: 9781894974448
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112