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LoC No.: 07036301
Title: The Religion of the Indians of California
Series Title: University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, Vol. 4, No. 6
Note: Reading ease score: 45.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Religion of the Indians of California" by A. L. Kroeber is a scholarly publication on the ethnological and religious practices of California’s indigenous peoples, written during the early 20th century. This scientific account explores the animistic beliefs, shamanistic practices, and ceremonial observances that characterized the spiritual life of various tribes within the region. The book aims to document and analyze the diverse religious customs and beliefs that reflect the cultural uniqueness of the California Indians. Kroeber meticulously divides the religious practices into three main categories: customary observances by individuals, shamanistic practices, and communal ceremonies. He highlights rituals surrounding death, birth, and puberty, emphasizing the significant societal role of shamans and the varying degrees of ritual significance across different cultural areas. The work also touches upon mythology, revealing a rich tapestry of creation stories and spiritual beliefs that illustrate the interconnectedness of the people with the natural and supernatural worlds. Kroeber's thorough investigation not only sheds light on the practices of these tribes but also underscores the broader anthropological contexts of their belief systems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kroeber, A. L. (Alfred Louis), 1876-1960
EBook No.: 35745
Published: Apr 1, 2011
Downloads: 106
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- California -- Religion
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07036301
Title: The Religion of the Indians of California
Series Title: University of California Publications in American Archaeology and Ethnology, Vol. 4, No. 6
Note: Reading ease score: 45.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Tor Martin Kristiansen, Joseph Cooper and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Religion of the Indians of California" by A. L. Kroeber is a scholarly publication on the ethnological and religious practices of California’s indigenous peoples, written during the early 20th century. This scientific account explores the animistic beliefs, shamanistic practices, and ceremonial observances that characterized the spiritual life of various tribes within the region. The book aims to document and analyze the diverse religious customs and beliefs that reflect the cultural uniqueness of the California Indians. Kroeber meticulously divides the religious practices into three main categories: customary observances by individuals, shamanistic practices, and communal ceremonies. He highlights rituals surrounding death, birth, and puberty, emphasizing the significant societal role of shamans and the varying degrees of ritual significance across different cultural areas. The work also touches upon mythology, revealing a rich tapestry of creation stories and spiritual beliefs that illustrate the interconnectedness of the people with the natural and supernatural worlds. Kroeber's thorough investigation not only sheds light on the practices of these tribes but also underscores the broader anthropological contexts of their belief systems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Kroeber, A. L. (Alfred Louis), 1876-1960
EBook No.: 35745
Published: Apr 1, 2011
Downloads: 106
Language: English
Subject: Indians of North America -- California -- Religion
LoCC: History: America: America
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.