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Margaret Hughes, a septuagenarian living in Seattle, takes in a series of boarders who help her cope with her illness, and whose lives become unexpectedly connected to each other.

Collected stories of the Nootka tribe of Vancouver Island which portray the traditional way of life as remembered by the women of the tribe. "Originally published in 1981, Daughters of Copper Woman became a groundbreaking bestseller and women's studies staple. This edition includes a new preface as well as parts cut from the original. The book is based on Nootka (Nuu-chah-nulth) myths and legends that Cameron learned from Nootka elders. The 19 independent...