Brushman
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The Gwich'in natives of Alaska believe in the legend of the sasquatch or brushman, who are individuals banished for failing to follow tribal rules. Some believed the sasquatch possessed supernatural powers and had the ability to put people to sleep and steal away loved ones.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1998
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Origin of raven
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The Tlingits of Alaska believe that the raven is the creator of the world because he already existed even before the earth was created. One of the stories told by Tlingit elders about the raven's early birth is presented.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1999
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Monarchs of the Kenai coast
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A biography of Peter and Josephine Sather is presented. The Sathers lived on Nuka Island off the Kenai peninsular, Alaska, from the 1920's and stories of their exploits in this remote area are legendary.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 2001
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