Chukchee
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For the Koryaks of Northeastern Siberia the "Big Grandfather" is an arranger of all things out of preëxisting material;1066 the Chukchee, on the other hand, regard as creator a benevolent being residing in the zenith.
From Introduction to the History of Religions Handbooks on the History of Religions, Volume IV by Jastrow, Morris
"Otowaka! is that you?" he cried at last, when an old Chukchee, thin and pale, came out, leading a little boy by the hand.
From More Tales by Polish Authors by Various
She had the Chukchee woman's eyes, and her face, which was rather large, expressed a certain amount of determination.
From More Tales by Polish Authors by Various
The Chukchee dropped the strap and turned to Stefan.
From More Tales by Polish Authors by Various
A number of festively dressed Chukchee on two sledges, each drawn by two pairs of fine reindeer, drove up at full gallop to Stefan's house.
From More Tales by Polish Authors by Various
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