The Last of the Vostyachs

Discover the gripping tale of 'The Last of the Vostyachs', a captivating trade paperback that delves into the life of Ivan, the last survivor of an ancient Siberian shamanic tribe. With an ISBN of 9781922079688, this beautifully crafted book published by The Text Publishing Company in 2013, transports readers to a world shrouded in mystique and wonder. Ivan, who grew up in a harsh gulag, finds solace in the wilderness, living alongside wolves and using his reindeer-skin drum to communicate with the spirits of his ancestors. In this compelling narrative, encounter the tension between the past and modernity as linguist Olga discovers Ivan in the depths of the Siberian forests. This encounter proves to be transformative, revealing the complexities of language and culture, and leaves readers questioning the profound connection between humanity and nature. With 208 pages of richly woven storytelling, 'The Last of the Vostyachs' is not just a book about survival; it is a meditation on identity, loss, and the relentless pursuit of knowledge. Ideal for fans of literary fiction and cultural exploration, this book is a must-have for your collection. Order now and enjoy FREE shipping! Please note that combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781922079688
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2013
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 208


Description:
He felt a shiver run down his spine when he heard the lateral fricative with labiovelar overlay ring out loud and clear in the chill air...... It set forgotten follicles stirring in the soft part of his brain, disturbing liquids that had lain motionless for centuries, arousing sensations not made for men of the modern world. Ivan grew up in a gulag and held his dying father in his arms. Since then he has not uttered a word. He has lived in the wild, kept company only by the wolves and his reindeer-skin drum. He is the last of an ancient Siberian shamanic tribe, the Vostyachs, and the only person left on earth to know their language. But when the innocent wild man Ivan is found in the forests by the lively linguist Olga, his existence proves to be a triumphant discovery for some, a grave inconvenience for others. And the reader is transported into the heart of the wildest imagination.

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