Nisa: The Life And Words Of A !Kung Woman
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: Marjorie Shostak
Binding: Paperback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This anthropological classic Nisa: The Life And Words Of A !Kung Woman chronicles the extraordinary personal narrative of a woman from the Kalahari Desert. Through her own compelling voice, the text uncovers the intricate tapestry of !Kung society, detailing Nisa's experiences from childhood to old age. It presents an unparalleled look at gender roles, family dynamics, and spiritual beliefs within a traditional hunter-gatherer culture. Marjorie Shostak's meticulous work illustrates the profound resilience and wisdom found in a life lived in harmony with nature, offering readers a deeply personal and insightful perspective on human experience. The narrative powerfully conveys the challenges and joys of a life shaped by ancient traditions and the encroaching modern world.
Author: Marjorie Shostak
Binding: Paperback
Published: -
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
This anthropological classic Nisa: The Life And Words Of A !Kung Woman chronicles the extraordinary personal narrative of a woman from the Kalahari Desert. Through her own compelling voice, the text uncovers the intricate tapestry of !Kung society, detailing Nisa's experiences from childhood to old age. It presents an unparalleled look at gender roles, family dynamics, and spiritual beliefs within a traditional hunter-gatherer culture. Marjorie Shostak's meticulous work illustrates the profound resilience and wisdom found in a life lived in harmony with nature, offering readers a deeply personal and insightful perspective on human experience. The narrative powerfully conveys the challenges and joys of a life shaped by ancient traditions and the encroaching modern world.