The Tusayan ritual : A study on the influence of environment on aboriginal cults (eBook)

Exploring Aboriginal Rituals in the Southwest Environment

Jesse Walter Fewkes (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
27 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-633953306-6 (EAN)

Infos

Jesse Walter Fewkes's 'The Tusayan Ritual: A Study on the Influence of Environment on Aboriginal Cults' is a groundbreaking work that delves deep into the religious practices of the Tusayan people of the American Southwest. Fewkes meticulously examines how the harsh desert environment of the region played a crucial role in shaping the rituals and beliefs of the indigenous tribes. Through detailed descriptions and comparative analysis, Fewkes provides valuable insights into the cultural significance of the rituals and their connection to the natural world. The book is written in a scholarly and well-researched manner, making it an essential read for anyone interested in anthropology or Native American studies. Fewkes's prose is clear and concise, allowing the reader to easily grasp the complex concepts presented in the text. Overall, 'The Tusayan Ritual' is a poignant exploration of the interplay between environment and culture, shedding light on the enduring traditions of the Tusayan people.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 11.7.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Religion / Theologie
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie
• Schlagworte: aboriginal religions • Archaeological research • Arizona • Cultural Anthropology • Environmental influence • Ethnographic Study • Hopi Indians • Indians of North America • Jesse Walter Fewkes • Native American Literature • Pueblo Indians • Religion • Rites and ceremonies • rituals and ceremonies • Snake dance • southwest united states