Skraelings: Clashes in the Old Arctic

In this adventurous novel - set in the ancient Arctic, but narrated for modern readers by an inquisitive and entertaining contemporary narrator - a young, wandering Inuit hunter named Kannujaq happens upon a camp in grave peril. The inhabitants of the camp are Tunit, a race of ancient Inuit ancestors known for their shyness and meekness. The tranquility of this Tunit camp has been shaken by a group of murderous, pale, bearded strangers who have arrived on a huge boat shaped like a loon.
Unbeknownst to Kannujaq, he has stumbled upon a battle between the Tunit and a group of Viking warriors
As the camp prepares to defend itself against the approaching newcomers, Kannujaq and a Tunit shaman boy named Siku discover that the Vikings may have motivations other than murder and warfare at the heart of their quest.
This lush historical fiction is steeped in Inuit traditional knowledge and concepts of ancient Inuit magic. The unique time and place brought to life in this exciting novel will delight young fans of historical and fantastical fiction alike.


Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Inhabit Media - Inhabit Media
Published: 02/12/2014
ISBN: 9781927095546
Pages: 89
Weight: 0.35lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.30d
Award: Governor General's Literary Awards - Finalist

Review Citations: Quill & Quire 05/01/2014 pg. 38
School Library Journal 08/01/2014 pg. 104
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 12/01/2014