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Yuungnaqpiallerput / The Way We Genuinely Live: Masterworks of Yup'ik Science and Survival,New
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Honorable mention for the Victor Turner Award for Ethnographic Writing from the Society for Humanistic AnthropologyHonorable mention for the 2008 William Mills Prize for NonFiction Polar BooksSurvival in the harsh subarctic environment requires great resourcefulness and ingenuity. The Yup'ik people of southwest Alaska meet the challenge by using traditional technology and by following a philosophy that recognizes the personhood of all living things and the environment. Their use of nature's resources is a testament to the mutual respect and generosity that exists between humans and the animals, plants, land, and sea that sustain them.Wastefulness being disrespectful, Yup'ik elders made use of every last scrap from hunts and harvests: seal guts became warm, waterproof, and breathable parkas; the skins of fish were fashioned into waterproof mittens, while their heads and entrails were stored in naturally refrigerated pits as insurance against future famine. Dried grasses became anything from insulating socks to bedding to sled rope, or even goggles to protect against snow blindness; rancid seal oil mixed with tundra moss became 'Yup'ik epoxy' for caulking and gluing; and driving snow was manipulated to provide a defense against its own dangers. Although tools have changed, Yup'ik people today continue to engage in many traditional harvesting activities, using these new means to accomplish distinctly Yup'ik ends.In Yuungnaqpiallerput / The Way We Genuinely Live, Yup'ik elders examine tools and dailyuse items, explaining how they were made and for what purpose. Just as Western science relies on the testing of hypotheses, Yup'ik science developed its technologies through systematic trial and error, yielding ingenious and effective solutions to life's challenges. The elders also delve beyond the practical aspects of these artifacts to elucidate the ways in which their creation and use are part of Yup'ik cosmology and traditional spiritual values. Every item carries special significance, and the actions associated with each should be undertaken with awareness and deliberation, for nothing goes unnoticed by the consciousness of the surrounding universe. Ann FienupRiordan explores these manifestations of Yup'ik technology by following the seasonal cycle of harvests and ceremonial renewals, a journey revealing the beauty of these artifacts that extends beyond the aesthetic surface to connect with the living pulse of the universe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Yuungnaqpiallerput / The Way We Genuinely Live'? A: The book explores the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the Yup'ik people in surviving harsh subarctic environments, emphasizing their traditional technology and philosophy regarding the personhood of all living things.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Yuungnaqpiallerput / The Way We Genuinely Live' is Ann Fienup-Riordan.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 376 pages.
- Q: When was 'Yuungnaqpiallerput / The Way We Genuinely Live' published? A: The book was published on August 3, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book is suitable for academic research, especially in fields related to anthropology, ethnography, and indigenous studies, as it provides in-depth insights into Yup'ik science and cultural practices.
- Q: What awards has this book received? A: The book received honorable mentions for the Victor Turner Award for Ethnographic Writing and the 2008 William Mills Prize for Non-Fiction Polar Books.
- Q: What can readers learn from Yup'ik elders in this book? A: Readers can learn about the creation and use of traditional tools and artifacts, as well as the cultural significance and cosmological values associated with them as explained by Yup'ik elders.
- Q: Are there illustrations in this edition? A: Yes, this edition is illustrated, providing visual context to the Yup'ik culture and artifacts discussed in the text.
- Q: What is the significance of the Yup'ik philosophy mentioned in the book? A: The Yup'ik philosophy emphasizes respect for all living things and the environment, which is reflected in their sustainable practices and resourcefulness in utilizing natural materials.