In Those Days: Inuit and Explorers - (In Those Days: Collected Writings on Arctic History) by Kenn Harper (Paperback)

About the Book

Historian Kenn Harper shares tales of Inuit who played a pivotal role in the expeditions of some of the most famous Arctic explorers, including the unfortunate John Franklin.

Book Synopsis

In the fifth volume of the In Those Days: Collected Writings on Arctic History series, Kenn Harper shares tales of European explorers who came to the Arctic seeking adventure, riches, and the elusive Northwest Passage, and Inuit they encountered there. Inuit were invaluable in adding to Western knowledge of the Arctic, serving as guides, clothing-makers, and interpreters. But not every meeting was friendly. This collection sheds light on Inuit who played a pivotal role in the expeditions of some of the most famous Arctic explorers, including the unfortunate John Franklin. This volume also includes dozens of rare, historical photographs.

Review Quotes

Tales of Arctic Whaling -- A Canadian Geographic Best Book of 2018

"Harper brings ample research and rich storytelling skills." -- Nunatsiaq News

"[I]t's the author's frankness, compassion, and intimate knowledge of Inuit life that makes every single one of these stories resonate." -- Arctic Book Review

"[A] masterful collection that I recommend not just to Arctic enthusiasts, but also to readers with only a passing interest in the Arctic, for it might turn that passing interest into a passion."-- Arctic Book Review