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Cover has normal wear and some staining. Pages are clean and worn around the edges. Binding is secure.
This intriguing volume offers a rare glimpse into the life of Comock, an Inuit man from the early 20th century. Edited by Edmund Carpenter, it recounts Comock’s experiences as told to the pioneering filmmaker Robert Flaherty during his expeditions to the Canadian Arctic. Flaherty’s groundbreaking 1922 documentary “Nanook of the North” captivated audiences with its intimate portrayal of Inuit culture, and this book provides the fascinating backstory. Comock’s first-hand account sheds light on the challenges of subsistence living, traditional customs, and the profound changes brought by Western contact. Beyond its historical value, the narrative has a timeless quality, evoking the harsh yet beautiful Arctic landscape and the resilience of its people. For collectors, this represents a significant primary source on Inuit life before widespread cultural disruption. Readers will be transported to a vanished world, gaining a deeper appreciation for the human story behind Flaherty’s iconic film.
