Publisher's Synopsis
Hopi Hunting and Hunting Ritual is a book written by Ernest Beaglehole and published by Yale University Press as part of their Publications in Anthropology series. The book explores the hunting practices and rituals of the Hopi tribe, a Native American group that resides primarily in northeastern Arizona. The book draws on extensive fieldwork conducted by the author among the Hopi people, including interviews with hunters and observations of hunting practices. It provides a detailed description of the various animals hunted by the Hopi, including deer, antelope, and small game such as rabbits and squirrels. The book also delves into the religious and cultural significance of hunting for the Hopi, exploring the role of hunting in Hopi mythology, cosmology, and ritual life. It examines the various rituals and ceremonies associated with hunting, including those performed before and after the hunt, as well as the use of hunting as a means of connecting with the spiritual world. Overall, Hopi Hunting and Hunting Ritual provides a comprehensive and insightful look at the hunting practices and beliefs of the Hopi people. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in Native American culture, anthropology, or the history of hunting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
