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Art of the Totem: Totem Poles of the Northwest Coastal Indians
Art of the Totem Totem Poles of the Northwest Coastal Indians Author:Marius Barbeau Majestic spires, reminders of ages past, pierce the Northwest Coast forest. These totem poles, as well as ones in parks and museums, are a medium through which modern day anthropologists can learn about the cultures of the Northwest Coast Indian tribes. The carved figures on the totem poles illustrate a multitude of myths and tribal traditions.