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  • Among the Ibos of Nigeria

    1912

    by G.T. Basden ...
    First published in 1966. This book offers a description of the primitive life, customs and animistic beliefs of the Ibo people of Nigeria by one who, for thirty-five years, enjoyed the privilege of their intimate confidence and friendship. It includes 70 Illustrations and a Sketch Map and a new Bibliographical Note by John Ralph Willis. ... Read more

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  • Facing Mount Kenya

    The Traditional Life of the Gikuyu

    by Jomo Kenyatta ...
    Facing Mount Kenya, first published in 1938, is a monograph on the life and customs of the Gikuyu people of central Kenya prior to their contact with Europeans. It is unique in anthropological literature for it gives an account of the social institutions and religious rites of an African people, permeated by the emotions that give to customs and observances their meaning. It is characterised by ... Read more

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  • THE ABORIGINES OF VICTORIA AND RIVERINA,

    A twofold reason may be advanced for the publication of this little volume. The first is that the Widow of the Author seeks thereby to pay a tribute of respect to the memory of her late Husband, in carrying out what had long been his cherished intention. In thus putting into a permanent form the results of his labours, she has furnished an appropriate "memento" which cannot fail to be highly ... Read more

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  • Chinese Characteristics

    Arthur Smith was one of the top Sinologists of the late 19th century and early 20th century, and Chinese Characteristics is the book which best synthesizes his opinions on Chinese culture and society. He spent more than 50 years in China as a missionary and his opinions range from insightful and profound to inappropriate and ridiculous, but even the sections of the book that today seem to reflect ... Read more

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  • Animism - The Seed Of Religion

    by Edward Clodd ...
    A brilliant work about animism and its connection to various fields of religion. This ebook is not a cheap scanned version of the original but has been completely revised, including an interactive table-of-contents. CONTENTS: 1. Pre-Human Elements In Religion 2. Brain In Animal And Man 3. Man In The Making 4. Animal And Human Psychology 5. Naturalism; Or Conception Of Power Everywhere 6. Animism; ... Read more

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  • Collection Of African Religion Volume 3

    Collection Of African Religion Volume 3This is an excellent exploration and analysis of African Religious thoughts and practices. The author's expositions are detailed, especially when speaking about the usually more obscure African societies. What's extremely interesting is the logic behind the practices such as (before entering 'rites of passage') leaving a child in the wilderness temporarily in ... Read more

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  • Woman's Mysteries of a Primitive People

    The Ibibios of Southern Nigeria

    "Woman's Mysteries of a Primitive People: The Ibibios of Southern Nigeria" by D. Amaury Talbot is an enthralling exploration into the cultural intricacies and societal dynamics of the Ibibio tribe in Southern Nigeria. With meticulous research and profound insight, Talbot delves into the hidden world of women within this ancient community, uncovering their roles, rituals, and the enigmatic ... Read more

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  • Religion and Myth: The Comparative Study of African Spirituality

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  • Anthropology

    by R. R. Marett ...
    "Anthropology" by R. R. Marett is an accessible introduction to the field of anthropology, written to provide readers with a foundational understanding of human culture, society, and evolution. Marett, a prominent British anthropologist, focuses on the comparative study of human societies, tracing the development of civilization from primitive to modern forms. He emphasizes the importance of ... Read more

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  • At the Back of the Black Man’s Mind

    First published in 1906, "At the Back of the Black Man’s Mind" by Richard Edward Dennett looks at Bantu and Yoruba spiritual practices and philosophy, including nature worship, sacred kingship, and shamanism.By reading this book critically we can glimpse a system of nature worship, sacred kingship, and shamanism from before the colonial era, and get a hint of a very complex philosophy of esoteric ... Read more

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  • CHINA

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