Looking at Totem Poles written and illustrated by Hilary Stewart, with a foreword by Norman Tait

Very good paperback 

Originally published in 1993, this book serves as an indispensable field guide to identifying, understanding, and appreciating 110 totem poles located in outdoor, accessible public spaces across coastal British Columbia and Alaska.

Key Details About the Book

• Author: Hilary Stewart, an award-winning author, artist, and scholar known for her detailed work on Northwest Coast Indigenous culture and technology.

• Foreword: Written by Norman Tait, a highly celebrated Nisga'a master carver.

• Content: It breaks down the rich symbolism behind Northwest Coast carvings (such as the Raven, Eagle, Bear, and Thunderbird), explains the engineering behind how these massive cedar monuments are raised, and provides maps for finding them in person