Book description
More than 400 rock paintings adorn the Canadian Shield from Quebec,
across Ontario and as far west as Saskatchewan. The pictographs are
the legacy of the Algonkian-speaking Cree and Ojibway, whose roots may
extend to the beginnings of human occupancy in the region almost
10,000 years ago.
Archaeologist Grace Rajnovich spent fourteen years
of field research uncovering a multitude of clues as to the meanings
of the paintings. She has written a text which is unique in its
ability to "see" the paintings from a traditional native
viewpoint. Skilfully weaving the imagery, metaphors and traditions of
the Cree and Ojibway, the author has recaptured the poetry and wisdom
of an ancient culture.
Chief Willie Wilson of the Rainy River Band considers Grace's work
"innovative and original."
Archaeologist Grace Rajnovich spent fourteen years of field research
uncovering a multitude of clues as to the meanings of the paintings. She
has written a text which is unique in its ability to "see" the
paintings from a traditional native viewpoint. Skilfully weaving the
imagery, metaphors and traditions of the Cree and Ojibway, the author
has recaptured the poetry and wisdom of an ancient culture.
