July 15, 2013

An Inuit story


Harpoon of the Hunter
by Markoosie


The first piece of Inuit fiction published in English, Harpoon of the Hunter tells the grim story of Kamik, who struggles to return home after his companions have been killed by a polar bear. It is simply written, yet the drama is riveting, revealing the harsh truth about life in an unforgiving environment.





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