In this in-depth exploration of the symbols found in Navaho legend and ritual, Gladys Reichard discusses the attitude of the tribe members toward their place in the universe, their obligation toward humankind and their gods, and their conception of the supernatural, as well as how the Navaho achieve a harmony within their world through symbolic ceremonial practice.Originally published in 1963.The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Gladys Amanda Reichard Volgorde van de boeken (chronologisch)
Gladys Amanda Reichard was een antropologe die gespecialiseerd was in de Navajo-taal en -cultuur. Haar werk richtte zich op een diepgaand begrip van hun wereldbeeld en hun unieke manier van uitdrukken via taal. Reichard bracht waardevolle inzichten in deze inheemse cultuur naar de academische wereld, waardoor ons begrip van de complexiteit en schoonheid ervan werd verrijkt.
Sandpaintings of the Navajo Shooting Chant
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- 5 uur lezen
A classic of ethnology, reproducing in full color 35 sandpaintings from this important Navajo healing ceremony and analyzing their composition and artistic devices. The rites are described and explained and the symbolism and myth they express thoroughly explored.