Apaurak In Alaska Social Pioneering Among The Eskimos

Apaurak In Alaska: Social Pioneering Among The Eskimos is a non-fiction book written by Joseph Walter Johnshoy. The book is a memoir of the author's experiences working as a social pioneer among the Eskimo communities of Alaska during the mid-twentieth century.The book provides a detailed account of Johnshoy's life and work in Alaska, including his interactions with the Eskimo people, their culture, and their way of life. He describes the challenges he faced in trying to introduce modern social practices and technologies to the Eskimo communities, while also respecting their traditional ways of life.Throughout the book, Johnshoy shares his insights into the unique social and cultural dynamics of the Eskimo people, as well as his own personal experiences of living and working in the harsh Arctic environment. He also discusses the impact of colonialism and Westernization on the Eskimo communities, and the efforts of social pioneers like himself to promote social and economic development while preserving the cultural heritage of the indigenous peoples.Overall, Apaurak In Alaska: Social Pioneering Among The Eskimos is a fascinating and insightful account of the author's experiences working with the Eskimo communities of Alaska, and provides a valuable perspective on the challenges and opportunities of social pioneering in a remote and culturally distinct region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.