Author: James Houston. Published by McClelland and Stewart, Toronto, ON., 21995, 1st Edition. FLAT SIGNED by the Author on the title page. Printed in Canada. Like New Condition HARDCOVER BOOK, with Almost New Condition Dust Jacket. Clean inside, tight spine. Size: 9.25 x 6.25 inch, 320 pages.
CONFESSIONS OF AN IGLOO DWELLER, The Story of the Man Who Brought Inuit Art to the Outside World, by James Houston is an look at life living among the Canadian Inuit.
The author describes his years of living among the native peoples of the Canadian Arctic, sharing anecdotes about his adventures, his family, his interest in Inuit art, and the impact of the Inuit people on his later life. This first edition, flat signed by the author (no dediction), offers a unique insight into the world of Inuit art through the eyes of a pioneer in the field. The narrative, a compelling nonfiction account, follows Houston's journey of bringing Inuit art to the outside world, making it a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts alike. A piece of Canadian history, this book is a valuable addition to any library or collection.
DID YOU KNOW? James Archibald Houston OC FRSA 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".
For more info on this Author, please see: James Archibald Houston | The Canadian Encyclopedia
1st Edition HARDCOVER & Signed by Author
ISBN: 9780771042720
GC&C Stock #5176
