Death in the tiwi islands, a: conflict, ritual and social life in an australian aboriginal community
Auteur :
Venbrux, Eric
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521479134
Date de publication :
1 janv. 1995
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 x 1,7 cm
Poids :
430 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This compelling book is an extended case study of the social and legal ramifications of a homicide in a Tiwi community. Venbrux gives detailed accounts of the extensive mortuary rituals and the legal proceedings. Through the strong narrative we are given a picture of a culture amid conflict and change.