Set in an Inupiat Eskimo village, KUMAK'S HOUSE conveys a humorous lesson of life. The book's charming illustrations incite laughter and introduce children to activities and animals of the Arctic.Publishers WeeklyIn an Inuit interpretation of a popular Yiddish folktales, a family complains of cramped accommodations then learns a lesson about being happy with what they have in Kumak's House: A Tale of the Far North by Michael Bania. An author's note explains Inuit customs. (May) Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.