Peter Lerangis
Reviewed by Michele R. on June 1, 2012
Minik, an Eskimo boy age 7, is brought from the Arctic to New York along with his father and 4 others of their small village, by explorer Robert Peary in the interest of science and discovery. The small group of men and Minik are displayed at the Museum of Natural History but consumption quickly kills all but Minik. The story follows Minik to the age of 19 with much turmoil, lies, and troubles. This is a fascinating, rich tale of a time and event not often examined. Readers looking for more information might also enjoy the adult non-fiction book titled Give Me My Father's Body : the Life of Minik, the New York Eskimo by Kenn Harper