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Witchcraft, Sorcery, Rumors and Gossip

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Exploring the intersection of witchcraft and sorcery with the dynamics of rumor and gossip, this work highlights how these social phenomena fuel accusations and contribute to social and political violence, including peasant rebellions and witch-hunts. Drawing on diverse examples from regions such as Africa, Europe, India, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia, it reveals the profound impact of gossip in shaping societal conflicts and tensions.

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Witchcraft, Sorcery, Rumors and Gossip, Pamela J. Stewart, Andrew Strathern

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2015
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Titel
Witchcraft, Sorcery, Rumors and Gossip
Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2015
Formaat
Hardcover
Aantal pagina's
246
ISBN13
9780521808682
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Exploring the intersection of witchcraft and sorcery with the dynamics of rumor and gossip, this work highlights how these social phenomena fuel accusations and contribute to social and political violence, including peasant rebellions and witch-hunts. Drawing on diverse examples from regions such as Africa, Europe, India, Papua New Guinea, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia, it reveals the profound impact of gossip in shaping societal conflicts and tensions.