To sing with pigs is human: the concept of person in papua new guinea
Auteur :
Goodale, Jane C.
Éditeur :
University of Washington Press
ISBN :
9780295974361
Date de publication :
1 juil. 1995
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Poids :
454 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
The sacrifice of pigs and distribution of pork to guests completes the ceremonial display and defense of knowledge and personhood. While To Sing with Pigs will be welcomed by anthropologists and area specialists, it will appeal on a broader level to anyone interested in this still remote part of the world.