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The book delves into a Haida myth, exploring its profound meanings through the lens of anthropology. Set against the backdrop of 1951 Oregon, it examines the tale of a chief's son who falls in love with a wild goose-girl, illustrating themes of love, loss, and transformation as he becomes a seagull. Snyder analyzes various global interpretations of the myth, connecting its ancient wisdom to contemporary life, and reflects on the significance of storytelling in understanding human experience.
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He Who Hunted Birds in His Father's Village: The Dimensions of a Haida Myth, Gary Snyder
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- He Who Hunted Birds in His Father's Village: The Dimensions of a Haida Myth
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Gary Snyder
- Publisher
- Catapult
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 168
- ISBN13
- 9781593761554
- Description
- The book delves into a Haida myth, exploring its profound meanings through the lens of anthropology. Set against the backdrop of 1951 Oregon, it examines the tale of a chief's son who falls in love with a wild goose-girl, illustrating themes of love, loss, and transformation as he becomes a seagull. Snyder analyzes various global interpretations of the myth, connecting its ancient wisdom to contemporary life, and reflects on the significance of storytelling in understanding human experience.