On The Animism Of The Indians Of British Guiana (1882)

""On The Animism Of The Indians Of British Guiana"" is a book written by Everard Ferdinand Im Thurn and published in 1882. The book provides a detailed account of the animistic beliefs and practices of the indigenous people of British Guiana, particularly the Waiwai and Arawak tribes. Thurn, who was a British explorer and ethnographer, spent several years living among these tribes and studying their culture and beliefs. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores different aspects of animism among the indigenous people of British Guiana. Thurn discusses the concept of animism itself and how it is manifested in the beliefs and practices of these tribes. He also examines the role of shamans and other spiritual leaders in these societies, as well as the various rituals and ceremonies that are performed to appease the spirits and maintain balance in the natural world.Throughout the book, Thurn provides numerous examples of animistic beliefs and practices among these tribes, drawing on his own experiences and observations as well as the accounts of other explorers and missionaries. He also discusses the impact of European colonization on these societies and the ways in which their animistic beliefs have been influenced and adapted over time.Overall, ""On The Animism Of The Indians Of British Guiana"" is a fascinating and insightful exploration of the animistic beliefs and practices of the indigenous people of British Guiana. Thurn's firsthand observations and detailed descriptions offer a valuable glimpse into a unique and complex cultural tradition that is still largely unknown to many people today.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.