Encounters on the Passage: Inuit Meet the Explorers

Name: Encounters on the Passage: Inuit Meet the Explorers
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Book Synopsis: Inuit elders who grew up in camps on the shores of Frobisher Bay can tell you what happened when Martin Frobisher arrived with his vessel in 1576: "He fired two warning shots into the air. So right away there were some grievances." Frobisher's shots were the opening salvos in the search for the Northwest Passage, a search that lasted for more than four hundred years and riveted the Western world, particularly in the nineteenth and early twentieth century. In Encounters on the Passage, present day Inuit tell the stories that have been passed down from their ancestors of the first encounters with European explorers. In many of these stories the old cosmogony is still in place, with shamans playing starring roles opposite "the strangers intruding on the Inuit lands." Dorothy Harley Eber presents stories told to her about the expeditions of Sir Edward Parry, Sir John Ross, Sir John Franklin, and the Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen, and sets them squarely in historical context. In the case of the disastrous Franklin expedition, new information opens up another fascinating chapter on the Franklin tragedy. Collected over twelve years on visits to communities in Nunavut, these remarkable stories of expeditionary forces and their dealings with native peoples will be new and exciting reading for those interested in the search for the Northwest Passage, the Franklin tragedy, and traditions of oral history.

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Are you intrigued by tales of adventure and exploration? Do you have a thirst for knowledge about the historical encounters between Inuit and European explorers? Look no further! Introducing "Encounters on the Passage: Inuit Meet the Explorers" - a captivating book that offers a unique perspective on the first meetings between Inuit elders and famous explorers.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of the Inuit people as they recount the stories passed down from their ancestors. Discover the fascinating accounts of Martin Frobisher, Sir Edward Parry, Sir John Ross, Sir John Franklin, and Roald Amundsen, and experience the clash between the old cosmogony and the arrival of "the strangers intruding on the Inuit lands."

Authored by Dorothy Harley Eber, this meticulously researched book presents these historical encounters within their relevant context, shedding light on the significance and impact of each expeditionary force. With new information about the Franklin expedition, "Encounters on the Passage" opens up another captivating chapter on this tragic event.

Collected over twelve years of in-depth visits to communities in Nunavut, these extraordinary stories not only provide a fresh perspective on the search for the Northwest Passage but also offer insights into oral history traditions. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an explorer at heart, or simply eager to delve into the untold stories of the past, this book is perfect for you.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to embark on a thrilling journey through time. Grab your copy of "Encounters on the Passage: Inuit Meet the Explorers" now and discover the untold stories that shaped the course of history. Click here to order.

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