Synopsis "The Whale Hunters of Tigara"
The Whale Hunters of Tigara is a non-fiction book written by Froelich G. Rainey that chronicles the lives and traditions of the Eskimos of Tigara, a small village located in the Bering Sea. The book focuses on the unique relationship between the people of Tigara and the bowhead whale, which has been a vital source of food, clothing, and shelter for the village for centuries. Rainey provides a detailed account of the whale hunting process, from the preparation and planning to the actual hunt and the subsequent processing of the whale's meat and blubber. He also delves into the spiritual and cultural significance of the whale hunt, highlighting the rituals and beliefs that have been passed down through generations of Tigara Eskimos.In addition to the whale hunt, Rainey also explores other aspects of daily life in Tigara, including the construction of igloos and other traditional dwellings, the gathering of other food sources such as fish and seals, and the importance of storytelling and oral tradition in preserving the village's history and culture.Overall, The Whale Hunters of Tigara provides a fascinating glimpse into a way of life that has remained largely unchanged for centuries, and offers readers a deeper understanding of the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world.This is a new release of the original 1947 edition.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.
