Among Cannibals (eBook, ePUB) - Lumholtz, Carl
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Carl Lumholtz's 'Among Cannibals' provides a fascinating anthropological study of indigenous tribes in Mexico and Australia. Through detailed accounts of his interactions and observations, Lumholtz sheds light on the cultural practices of these tribes, including their belief systems, social structures, and rituals. The book is written in a scholarly and objective tone, offering insights into the lives of these societies without romanticizing or demonizing them. Lumholtz's precise descriptions and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in ethnography and…mehr

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Carl Lumholtz's 'Among Cannibals' provides a fascinating anthropological study of indigenous tribes in Mexico and Australia. Through detailed accounts of his interactions and observations, Lumholtz sheds light on the cultural practices of these tribes, including their belief systems, social structures, and rituals. The book is written in a scholarly and objective tone, offering insights into the lives of these societies without romanticizing or demonizing them. Lumholtz's precise descriptions and attention to detail make this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in ethnography and cultural anthropology. His work is a significant contribution to the field, setting a standard for future studies on indigenous communities.' Carl Lumholtz, a Norwegian explorer and anthropologist, is renowned for his extensive research on native cultures around the world. His knack for immersing himself in unfamiliar environments and his dedication to understanding and documenting these cultures make him a respected figure in the field of anthropology. Lumholtz's firsthand experiences and respect for the people he studied is evident in 'Among Cannibals,' making it a reliable and insightful source of information. I highly recommend 'Among Cannibals' to readers interested in anthropology, indigenous cultures, and ethnographic studies. Lumholtz's meticulous research and engaging narrative style provide a unique and enlightening perspective on the lives of indigenous tribes, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the diversity of human societies.
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Carl Sophus Lumholtz (1851-1922) was a Norwegian ethnographer and explorer whose scholarship predominantly focused on indigenous cultures. With a background in zoology from the University of Oslo, Lumholtz embarked on extensive fieldwork that lead to his profound interest in anthropology. In 1880, he started a four-year expedition to Australia sponsored by the University of Norway. Throughout his stay, Lumholtz lived among various Aboriginal groups, an experience that enriched his anthropological perspective and provided material for his book 'Among Cannibals' (1889). This seminal work offers a detailed account of his observations on the habits, customs, and social structures of the Australian indigenous communities he encountered. His writing is characterized by a descriptive and empirical approach, embedded within the ethnographic methodology of the time, which sought to document the cultures under European colonial influence. Lumholtz's literary style conveys both the admiration and the paternalistic attitudes typical of his era's anthropological narrative. His other noteworthy publications include 'Unknown Mexico' (1902) and 'New Trails in Mexico' (1912), which further consolidated his reputation as a keen observer of indigenous cultures. Lumholtz's contributions lay not only in his ethnographical works but also in bridging the gaps of understanding between disparate cultures during the age of exploration and colonialism.