Benumbed with, frost, the insects lose their hold and fall into the snow, to the great comfort of those who nursed and fed them.

The body of a Koriak, considered as a microcosm, is remarkably well inhabited.
Captain Kennan gave me a graphic description of the Koriak marriage ceremonial.

The lover must labor for the loved one's father, not less than one nor more than five years.

No courtship is allowed during this period, and the young man must run the risk of his love being returned.

The term of service is fixed by agreement between the stern parent and the youth.
At an appointed day the family and friends are assembled in a yourt, the old women being bridesmaids.