White Eskimo: Knud Rasmussen's Fearless Journey into the Heart of the Arctic (A Merloyd Lawrence Book)
Stephen R. Bown recounts Knud Rasmussen's expeditions across the Arctic, highlighting his cultural encounters and lasting ethnographic legacy.
About This Book
White Eskimo chronicles the life and travels of Knud Rasmussen, a pioneering explorer of Greenland and the Arctic.
The narrative explores Rasmussen's deep engagement with Inuit communities and his efforts to document their traditions.
Stephen R. Bown draws on historical records to present Rasmussen's contributions to Arctic exploration and ethnography.
The book situates Rasmussen's journeys within the broader context of early twentieth-century polar research.
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