George Way Harley (27 results)

Condition: New. pp. 79.

Condition: New. pp. 79.

Condition: New. pp. 79.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: Fair. Acceptable condition. 1968 printing. Papers of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology, Harvard University, Vol. XXXII, No. 2. (Ethnology, Masks, Liberia) A readable, intact copy that may have noticeable tears and wear to the spine. All pages of text are present, but they may include extensive notes and highlighting or be heavily stained. Includes reading copy only books.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of masks in Northeast Liberia, exploring their role as powerful agents of social control. The author, drawing on extensive firsthand experience living among these communities, unveils the intricate relationship between masks and the spirit world, particularly ancestor worship. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, the book reveals how masks were used to maintain order, enforce customs, and navigate the complexities of life and death. From their use in secret societies like the Poro to their function as judges and lawgivers, masks held a profound influence over the everyday lives of the people. This book offers a unique window into a rich cultural heritage, where the boundaries between the physical and spiritual realms blurred. By illuminating the hidden meanings and functions of masks, the author sheds light on the fundamental beliefs and social structures that shaped these vibrant communities. Ultimately, the book demonstrates how masks served as a bridge between the living and the dead, ensuring the enduring power of tradition and ancestral wisdom. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 302 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. ; LCCN: 48-7157 ; LC: DT629; Dewey: 916.66 ; OCLC: 4198541 ; Experiences of the author during her sojourn among the natives on a rubber plantation in Liberia ; green and black cltoh with decorations ; no dustjacket ; name on front ep ; remains of label on front ep ; Contents: A missy can't know -- Guinea grain -- Peaches and doilies -- Tangala Guana days -- Ju-ju before dinner -- Drumbeats of hunger -- Poor boy looks at our culture -- The path goes under my feet -- A head grows proper -- Wooden bowls and spoons -- The mask of the Gris-Gris Zo -- Quay-Quay and Sahda -- The twisted iron money -- A Mano goes to his people -- And so what? -- What ye have gained in a day -- Chicken blood and chamber music -- I find people -- The Devil walks -- Ganta in action -- Down country -- Forest fury --- Firestone Ma -- Gwiwoolio ; foxing ; else VG. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Hardcover in very good condition, with clipped dust jacket in good condition. Jacket is marked, and edges are creased and nicked, including small tears. Board spine ends are bumped, and page block is lightly tanned. Boards are clean, binding is sound and pages are clear. LW. Used.

gebundene Ausgabe. Condition: Gut. 294 Seiten; Das hier angebotene Buch stammt aus einer teilaufgelösten wissenschaftlichen Bibliothek und trägt die entsprechenden Kennzeichnungen (Rückenschild, Instituts-Stempel.). Schnitt und Einband sind etwas staubschmutzig; der Buchzustand ist ansonsten ordentlich und dem Alter entsprechend gut; ENGLISCH! Sprache: Englisch Gewicht in Gramm: 550.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. HARDCOVER. Harvard University Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 1941. First edition. Octavo. xvi, 294 pages. Original dark green cloth binding with gilt lettering to spine. Heavy laid beige paper, African photo frontispeice, Fifteen chapters with supplementary chapter on "Medical practise in Africa as a whole". Five appendices, Bibliography, Botanical list of medical plants and general index at rear. One map. Book in very good condition with darkening to spine, slight overall wear and owner's signature on front free endpaper. Textblock and strike excellent. Three small marginal notes in ink re contents. See photographs. Book 3692 location 2-1.

Hardcover. Condition: Good to Very Good. 1st Edition. Hardcover in green cloth, binding squar and tight, pages clean and unmarked, spine lettering faded and not readable, some rubs to quarter inch of spine.

hardcover. Condition: Like New. LIKE NEW. SHIPS FROM MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. book.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. First Edition. Hardback. Dust Jacket. Large 8vo. pp 310. Original publisher's green cloth, lettered gilt at the spine. Neat name and bookplate on front endpaper of one, Douglas Hamilton, otherwise very good in slightly used and marked, near very good dust jacket, with some chipping and loss at top edge and some tanning and spine.

Cloth. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Rather worn and frayed. First Edition. Large octavo, pp xvi, 294, (not illustrated), a score-mark on the front endpaper, otherwise very clean internally, green cloth in very good condition, the dustwrapper is rather worn and torn. VERY SCARCE. [Loosely inserted is a sheaf of hand-written notes, (which I believe to be by C.A. Thorold), the bulk of these being "Lecture Notes on Sierra Leone". Another set of notes are written on, and almost obscure, the upper cover of an interesting pamphlet - "Programme of African Dances to be Given Under the Auspices of The Tribal Headmen of Freetown, April 10, 11 & 12, 1944; the remaining three pages are easier to read.].

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1950 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 90 NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 90.

Buch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware 312 pp. Englisch.

Gebunden. Condition: New. Dieser Artikel ist ein Print on Demand Artikel und wird nach Ihrer Bestellung fuer Sie gedruckt.

Buch. Condition: Neu. This item is printed on demand - Print on Demand Titel. Neuware -No detailed description available for 'Native African Medicine'. 312 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Condition: Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - No detailed description available for 'Native African Medicine'.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Native African Medicine | With Special Reference to Its Practice in the Mano Tribe of Liberia | George Way Harley | Buch | Englisch | 2014 | Harvard University Press | EAN 9780674334373 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: De Gruyter, Genthiner Str. 13, 10785 Berlin, orders-books[at]degruyter[dot]com | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 22.22x 29.21 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2013, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1950. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 79, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 79.

Premium Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1950] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2013 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 79, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. 79.