A Promise is a Promise
A Promise is a Promise by Robert N. Munsch, published by Annick Press in 1988, is a limited edition children’s book that spans 30 pages. This engaging story follows Allashua, who, after disobeying her parents and venturing onto the sea ice, must cleverly navigate her encounter with the Qallupilluit—troll-like creatures that her parents have warned her about. The narrative centers on themes of promises and the challenges of familial loyalty as Allashua faces a difficult choice to secure her freedom.
Readers will discover a rich blend of humor and traditional Inuit storytelling as Allashua’s adventure unfolds. The book incorporates elements of juvenile fiction, legends, and social themes, making it a thoughtful exploration of friendship and self-reliance. This edition also features a new foreword by Michael Kusugak, highlighting the significance of storytelling within Inuit culture, ensuring that the essence of this timeless tale resonates with a new generation.
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When Allashua disobeys her parents and goes fishing on the sea ice, she has to use her wits to escape the Qallupilluit–the troll-like creatures her parents have always warned her about that live beneath the frozen surface of the sea. But the only way to break out of their grasp is through an exchange: Allashua can go free if she brings her brothers and sisters back to the sea ice instead. Allashua doesn’t want to give them up, but what can she do? After all, a promise is a promise.
A Promise Is a Promise is a collaboration between award-winning storyteller Michael Kusugak and celebrated children’s author Robert Munsch. This 30th anniversary edition brings all of the tension of the traditional Inuit story to a new generation of readers. Added features include a new foreword by Michael Kusugak on his role as a storyteller and the importance of storytelling in Inuit culture.
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