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Set amid the stark beauty of the Arctic, this story follows a child who learns the depth of a mother's unconditional love. The narrative explores the strong bond between mother and child, family autonomy, and the cultural context of Inuit life in the northern regions.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Barbara M. Joosse
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