The Totem Pole: An Intercultural History

The Northwest Coast totem pole captivates the imagination. From the first descriptions of these tall carved monuments, totem poles have become central icons of the Northwest Coast region and symbols of its Native inhabitants. This title presents the intercultural history of the art form in its myriad manifestations from the 18th century onwards.

• | By (Author): Aldona Jonaitis
• | Publisher: University of Washington Press
• | Publication Date: May 21, 2010
• | Country of Publication: United States
• | Number of Pages: 344 pages
• | Language: Unknown
• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-10: 0295989629
• | ISBN-13: 9780295989624