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Description
1952 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-worn copy of “People of the Deer” by Farley Mowat is a true rarity and a testament to the enduring power of this groundbreaking work. Published in 1952, it was one of the first books to shed light on the traditional way of life of the Ihalmiut Eskimos, a small band of caribou hunters in the Canadian Arctic. Mowat’s vivid and empathetic portrayal of their nomadic existence, intimate relationship with the land, and rich cultural traditions challenged prevailing stereotypes and sparked a newfound appreciation for indigenous cultures.
As an early advocate for environmental conservation and a champion of indigenous rights, Mowat’s work was both pioneering and controversial. This copy bears the marks of its age and the many hands it has passed through, each reader drawn to Mowat’s lyrical prose and profound insights into a world few outsiders had witnessed. For collectors and readers alike, this battered tome offers a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in Canadian literature and a powerful reminder of the enduring human stories that shape our understanding of the world.
