Publisher's Synopsis
""On The Animism Of The Indians Of British Guiana"" is a book written by Everard Ferdinand Im Thurn in 1882. The book provides a detailed account of the religious beliefs and practices of the indigenous people of British Guiana, particularly the animistic beliefs of the Amerindian tribes. Thurn, who was a British explorer and ethnographer, spent several years living among the Amerindian tribes and studying their culture and beliefs.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of animism in the Amerindian culture. Thurn describes the various spirits that the Amerindians believe in, including the spirits of the dead, the spirits of animals, and the spirits of natural phenomena such as thunder and lightning. He also discusses the rituals and ceremonies that the Amerindians perform to appease these spirits, such as the use of hallucinogenic drugs and the making of offerings.Throughout the book, Thurn provides detailed accounts of his experiences living among the Amerindians, including his interactions with tribal leaders and his participation in their religious ceremonies. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the Amerindian culture and beliefs.""On The Animism Of The Indians Of British Guiana"" is an important work in the field of anthropology and ethnography, providing valuable insights into the religious beliefs and practices of one of the world's indigenous cultures.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.
