Witchcraft Oracles And Magic Among The Azande

Witchcraft Oracles And Magic Among The Azande

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Author: E.E. Evans-Pritchard
Binding: Paperback
Published: -

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Witchcraft Oracles And Magic Among The Azande presents a foundational work in social anthropology, meticulously detailing the complex belief systems of the Azande people in Central Africa. This seminal ethnography chronicles the intricate roles of witchcraft, oracles, and magic within their society, illustrating how these practices provide a coherent framework for understanding misfortune and maintaining social order. E.E. Evans-Pritchard's rigorous fieldwork uncovers the logical consistency of Azande thought, challenging Western preconceptions about rationality. The text offers profound insights into the cultural construction of reality and the universal human quest for meaning. It remains an indispensable resource for students and scholars of anthropology, religion, and the history of ideas.

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Author: E.E. Evans-Pritchard
Binding: Paperback
Published: -

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image

Witchcraft Oracles And Magic Among The Azande presents a foundational work in social anthropology, meticulously detailing the complex belief systems of the Azande people in Central Africa. This seminal ethnography chronicles the intricate roles of witchcraft, oracles, and magic within their society, illustrating how these practices provide a coherent framework for understanding misfortune and maintaining social order. E.E. Evans-Pritchard's rigorous fieldwork uncovers the logical consistency of Azande thought, challenging Western preconceptions about rationality. The text offers profound insights into the cultural construction of reality and the universal human quest for meaning. It remains an indispensable resource for students and scholars of anthropology, religion, and the history of ideas.