This work presents an overview of the Inuit peoples of the Circumpolar North. Unlike other works that focus on traditional Inuit cultures this work documents the social political and economic history of Inuit as part of a globalized world. The work contains information on traditional Inuit cultures but with special emphasis placed on the recent history of Inuit communities. More than 450 dictionary entries cover issues of society economy and politics influential educators writers environmentalists and politicians and the many voluntary associations and governmental agencies that have played a role in Inuit history. The introductory essay chronology and welldeveloped bibliography make this an ideal reference source for the researcher or student.