Talking Tools

Faces of Aboriginal Oral Tradition in Contemporary Society

By Patrick Scott
Categories: Social Sciences, Anthropology, Indigenous Studies
Series: Solstice Series
Publisher: University of Alberta Press
Ebook (PDF) : 9781772122473, 320 pages, January 2012
Paperback : 9781896445595, 320 pages, January 2012

Description

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