The Naked Nagas Head Hunters of Assam in peace and war | |
Author : Christoph von Furer Haimendorf | |
Publisher Name : Thacker Spink & Co Calcutta | |
Publish Date : 1946 | |
Vintage : 1901-1947 | |
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Edition : First | |
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Subject : "The Naked Nagas: Head-Hunters of Assam in Peace and War" by Christoph von F?rer-Haimendorf, published in 1946, provides an in-depth ethnographic study of the Naga tribes in northeastern India. The bo | |
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ABOUT BOOK The Naked Nagas: Head-Hunters of Assam in Peace and War" by Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf, published in 1946, is an anthropological study focusing on the Naga tribes of northeastern India. The book provides a detailed account of their traditional customs, including their head-hunting practices, social organization, and daily life. Fürer-Haimendorf offers insights into their cultural and religious practices, as well as the impact of British colonialism on their society. His observations are based on extensive fieldwork and provide a comprehensive look at Naga life both in times of peace and conflict. |
TABLE OF CONTENT (TOC) Christoph von Fürer-Haimendorf's "The Naked Nagas: Head-Hunters of Assam in Peace and War," published in 1946, typically explores the life and customs of the Naga tribes in Assam, India. While I can't provide the exact table of contents, the book generally includes:IntroductionOverview of the Naga tribes and the author's fieldwork. Geography and EnvironmentDescription of the Naga Hills and their impact on the tribes. Social StructureAnalysis of Naga social organization and hierarchy. Daily Life and CultureInsights into traditional Naga customs, rituals, and lifestyle. War and Head-Hunting PracticesDetailed account of the head-hunting practices and their significance. Religion and BeliefsExploration of Naga religious beliefs and rituals. Colonial ImpactEffects of British colonial rule on Naga society. |