Bindibu Country
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: Donald Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nelson., 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some tears to DJ, minor tanning and yellowing to pages. Slight fading to DJ.
Donald Thomson's Bindibu Country chronicles an extraordinary anthropological journey into the heart of Australia's Western Desert. This seminal work presents a detailed account of the Bindibu people, documenting their traditional way of life, intricate social structures, and profound connection to their harsh environment. Thomson, a pioneering ethnographer, illustrates the challenges and triumphs of living in one of the world's most remote regions with remarkable clarity and respect. The narrative uncovers the rich cultural tapestry of a community largely untouched by the outside world, offering invaluable insights into human adaptation and resilience. It stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of indigenous cultures and the vital importance of ethnographic preservation.
Author: Donald Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Nelson., 1975
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Some tears to DJ, minor tanning and yellowing to pages. Slight fading to DJ.
Donald Thomson's Bindibu Country chronicles an extraordinary anthropological journey into the heart of Australia's Western Desert. This seminal work presents a detailed account of the Bindibu people, documenting their traditional way of life, intricate social structures, and profound connection to their harsh environment. Thomson, a pioneering ethnographer, illustrates the challenges and triumphs of living in one of the world's most remote regions with remarkable clarity and respect. The narrative uncovers the rich cultural tapestry of a community largely untouched by the outside world, offering invaluable insights into human adaptation and resilience. It stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of indigenous cultures and the vital importance of ethnographic preservation.