The First Peoples of the Pacific coast recorded their history and preserved their legends, myths and stories on spectacularly-carved totem poles. Learn to understand the "language" of these totem poles. Learn how to carve a pole or soar with the Thunderbird, all while experiencing the legends of the First People"s past and present. Color photographs and archival images help illustrate the informative text. Author Pat Kramer spent many years researching the historical material as well as working closely with the First Peoples themselves in order to bring a fresh and revealing view on these incredible living artifacts. This book is an excellent guide as well as a handy reference, sourcebook and souvenir.