Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Language
English
Published
Mar 1, 1994
Publisher
Atheneum
ISBN-10
0689317824
ISBN-13
9780689317828
Description
In a remote Inuit village, a young girl named Nessa feels the weight of her silence amidst the rich tapestry of stories told by the elders. Yearning for a way to share her own voice, she navigates the challenges of childhood and cultural expectations, hoping to find her place in the community's storytelling tradition.
Through her eyes, readers experience the vibrant customs and the deep connection between the Inuit people and their environment. Nessa's journey reveals the power of narrative and the importance of every individual's experiences in the larger shared history.
As she discovers her unique perspectives, Nessa learns that even the smallest stories hold significant value. This heartfelt tale celebrates the essence of storytelling and the strength found in embracing one's own voice.
Through her eyes, readers experience the vibrant customs and the deep connection between the Inuit people and their environment. Nessa's journey reveals the power of narrative and the importance of every individual's experiences in the larger shared history.
As she discovers her unique perspectives, Nessa learns that even the smallest stories hold significant value. This heartfelt tale celebrates the essence of storytelling and the strength found in embracing one's own voice.