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OverviewHikers in the mountains of the Far West have long known about mysterious carvings found on aspen trees but few have researched their intent or significance. Historian J. Mallea-Olaetxe has spent more than two decades recording and studying these arboglyphs, which were largely the work of Basque sheepherders.The carvings - names, dates, phrases in several languages, even human and animal figures - provide a unique and important record of the lives of the solitary Basque sheepherders. For the first time, these men, who contributed so much to the development of the region, speak for themselves about their experiences.Author Mallea-Olaetxe analyzes the content of thousands of arboglphs in the mountains of Nevada and California. In addition, he has examined artifacts such as sheep camps and bread ovens, conducted extensive interviews with former herders and sheep company personnel, and undertaken research in immigration and other records. The result is a highly original work of history. Enhanced by 94 photographs and line drawings, this book is essential reading for scholars and anyone interested in the Basque experience. Full Product DetailsAuthor: J. Mallea-OlaetxePublisher: University of Nevada Press Imprint: University of Nevada Press Dimensions: Width: 22.90cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 0.601kg ISBN: 9780874177626ISBN 10: 0874177626 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 30 August 2008 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviews"""J. Mallea-Olaetxe has produced an encyclopedic work on the carvings, answering many questions about the Basque people in the mountain west."" - James Snyder, historian, National Park Service ""Speaking Through the Aspens is nothing less than the definitive study of Basque aspen art in the American West."" - Michael Claytor, emeritus professor of anthropology, Sierra College""" J. Mallea-Olaetxe has produced an encyclopedic work on the carvings, answering many questions about the Basque people in the mountain west. - James Snyder, historian, National Park Service Speaking Through the Aspens is nothing less than the definitive study of Basque aspen art in the American West. - Michael Claytor, emeritus professor of anthropology, Sierra College Author InformationJ. Mallea-Olaetxe is an independent scholar at the Basque Studies Program a the University of Nevada, Reno. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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