"The Whale House of the Chilkat" by George Thornton Emmons is an in-depth investigation into the Whale House. Based on years of direct experience with the Tlingit people of Southeastern Alaska, the writing explores the importance of this remarkable structure in their customs and community. Emmons carefully describes the architecture, symbolic carvings, and the myths they represent. He also shares his observations on how colonization has led to the decline of these communal gatherings. It serves to show the artifacts, stories, and rich history of not only the Whale House, but also the Tlingit people.
The Whale House of the Chilkat
By George Thornton Emmons
Enter a world where a house made of whale bones tells the story of a tribe's traditions facing the winds of change.
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