Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society
Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society explores the power of oral tradition in Aboriginal society as a foundational cultural and linguistic tool. Four distinct elements are examined: the story-keepers; the importance of practice; the emergence of new stories; and the challenges of sustainability. Finally, the emergence of new technologies and their relevance to the sustainability of the tradition and art of storytelling are discussed. Solstice Series No. 6
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Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society
Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society explores the power of oral tradition in Aboriginal society as a foundational cultural and linguistic tool. Four distinct elements are examined: the story-keepers; the importance of practice; the emergence of new stories; and the challenges of sustainability. Finally, the emergence of new technologies and their relevance to the sustainability of the tradition and art of storytelling are discussed. Solstice Series No. 6
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Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society

Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society

by Patrick Scott
Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society

Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society

by Patrick Scott

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Talking Tools: Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society explores the power of oral tradition in Aboriginal society as a foundational cultural and linguistic tool. Four distinct elements are examined: the story-keepers; the importance of practice; the emergence of new stories; and the challenges of sustainability. Finally, the emergence of new technologies and their relevance to the sustainability of the tradition and art of storytelling are discussed. Solstice Series No. 6

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781896445595
Publisher: University of Alberta Press
Publication date: 01/01/2012
Series: Solstice Series (Inactive)
Edition description: UK ed.
Pages: 320
Product dimensions: 9.75(w) x 6.75(h) x 0.88(d)

About the Author

Patrick Scott moved to the North in 1975, on an 11-month contract with the Canadian Broadcasting Company, and never left. He graduated from Ryerson University in Photographic Arts, and he is now Negotiations Co-ordinator with Dehcho First Nations. He lives in Yellowknife.
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