by James Houston · ALBA EDITORIAL · tapa blanda · ISBN 9788484280439
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In 'Arctic Memories', James Houston recounts his fascinating life experience with the Inuit in the Canadian Arctic. Through his experiences, the author immerses us in the culture and customs of this people, sharing his learning of the Inuit language, life in igloos, walrus hunting and dog sledding trips. This account offers an intimate and respectful look at life in the most remote regions of the planet, while rescuing the artistic value of Inuit carvings and sculptures, contributing to their worldwide recognition.
James Archibald Houston was a Canadian artist, designer, children's author and filmmaker who played an important role in the recognition of Inuit art and introduced printmaking to the Inuit. The Inuit named him Saumik, which means "the left-handed one".
