Primitive Man as Philosopher
Paul Radin
ISBN 10: 0486424952 ISBN 13: 9780486424958
Published by Dover Publications, 2002
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Classic of anthropology explores belief systems of Winnebago, Oglala Sioux, Maori, Banda, Batak, Tahitian and Hawaiian, Zuni, and Ewe. Fascinating topics include purpose of life, marriage, freedom of thought, death, nature of reality, and other concepts. The author allows his subjects to speak for themselves by quoting extensively from interviews.
Synopsis: This classic anthropology text describes the belief systems of a variety of aboriginal cultures from around the world. Radin (affiliation not cited) quotes extensively from interviews he conducted, allowing the subjects to speak for themselves. They discuss topics such as magical rituals, right and wrong, fate, and the nature of personality. The vo
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Bibliographic Details
Title: Primitive Man as Philosopher
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: paperback
Condition: Very Good