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The book explores the cultural significance of Yup'ik parkas through nearly twenty years of conversations with sewing groups in southwestern Alaska. It highlights the intricate construction techniques and aesthetic beauty of these garments, while also reflecting on their social importance within the community. The authors incorporate insights gained from visits to major museums, enriching the narrative with historical context and showcasing the artistry involved in parka making.
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Tengautuli Atkuk / The Flying Parka, Ann Fienup-Riordan, Alice Rearden, Marie Meade
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Tengautuli Atkuk / The Flying Parka
- Subtitle
- The Meaning and Making of Parkas in Southwest Alaska
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ann Fienup-Riordan, Alice Rearden, Marie Meade
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 320
- ISBN13
- 9780295751740
- Category
- Art / Culture, World history, Ethnography
- Description
- The book explores the cultural significance of Yup'ik parkas through nearly twenty years of conversations with sewing groups in southwestern Alaska. It highlights the intricate construction techniques and aesthetic beauty of these garments, while also reflecting on their social importance within the community. The authors incorporate insights gained from visits to major museums, enriching the narrative with historical context and showcasing the artistry involved in parka making.