Man, Land & Myth: In North Australia The Gunwinggu People
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Ronald M. Berndt And Catherine H. Berndt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ure Smith, Sydney, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This anthropological study, Man, Land & Myth In North Australia: The Gunwinggu People, chronicles the profound spiritual and physical connections of the Gunwinggu people to their ancestral lands. It uncovers the intricate tapestry of their mythology, illustrating how these narratives shape their social structures, rituals, and daily lives within the unique North Australian landscape. The work presents a comprehensive ethnographic account, detailing the complex interplay between human existence, environmental stewardship, and the enduring power of cultural heritage. Through meticulous research, the Berndts illuminate the deep reverence and understanding the Gunwinggu possess for their territory, offering invaluable insights into Indigenous Australian cultures.
Author: Ronald M. Berndt And Catherine H. Berndt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Ure Smith, Sydney, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
This anthropological study, Man, Land & Myth In North Australia: The Gunwinggu People, chronicles the profound spiritual and physical connections of the Gunwinggu people to their ancestral lands. It uncovers the intricate tapestry of their mythology, illustrating how these narratives shape their social structures, rituals, and daily lives within the unique North Australian landscape. The work presents a comprehensive ethnographic account, detailing the complex interplay between human existence, environmental stewardship, and the enduring power of cultural heritage. Through meticulous research, the Berndts illuminate the deep reverence and understanding the Gunwinggu possess for their territory, offering invaluable insights into Indigenous Australian cultures.