Man Who Lived with a Giant: Stories from Johnny Neyelle, Dene Elder

The Man Who Lived with a Giant is a collection of traditional and personal stories by Johnny Neyelle, a Dene Elder from Déline, Northwest Territories, that teach Dene youth and others to understand and celebrate Dene traditions and knowledge.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 160 pages
\n Publication date: 11 July 2019
\n Publisher: University of Alberta Press
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Our parents instilled in us invaluable lessons from an early age, guiding us to embrace the positive aspects of life and to embrace the inevitable with resilience. The Man Who Lived with a Giant is a captivating anthology of traditional and personal stories curated by Johnny Neyelle, a Dene Elder hailing from Déline, Northwest Territories. Through the art of storytelling, Johnny imparted valuable lessons to Dene youth and others, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Dene traditions and knowledge. His captivating voice resonates with readers of all ages, imparting wisdom that underscores the importance of living in harmony with both people and the surrounding environment. Storytelling holds a central place in the preservation of Dene knowledge, making this book an essential resource for Dene communities today and in the future. It also holds significance for researchers engaged in the study of Indigenous cultures and oral histories, as well as those passionate about safeguarding the rich narratives of Elders.

\n Weight: 244g\n
Dimension: 230 x 154 x 10 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781772124088\n \n