The Heart Of The Hunter

The Heart Of The Hunter

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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.


Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner

This profound work of non-fiction chronicles the spiritual and cultural landscape of the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert, continuing the author's immersive journey into their ancient way of life. It presents a deeply personal and philosophical meditation on humanity's connection to nature and the profound wisdom embedded in indigenous traditions. The narrative uncovers the intricate myths, rituals, and survival strategies of a people living in harmony with their harsh environment, offering a poignant reflection on the loss of such primal knowledge in the modern world. Through vivid prose, the author illustrates the enduring spirit and unique perspective of the hunter-gatherer, challenging contemporary notions of progress and civilization. This compelling account argues for a re-evaluation of our relationship with the natural world and the ancestral echoes within us all.

Author: Laurens Van Der Post
Format: Hardback
Published: 1961, THE HOGARTH PRESS

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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Yellowed , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner

This profound work of non-fiction chronicles the spiritual and cultural landscape of the Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert, continuing the author's immersive journey into their ancient way of life. It presents a deeply personal and philosophical meditation on humanity's connection to nature and the profound wisdom embedded in indigenous traditions. The narrative uncovers the intricate myths, rituals, and survival strategies of a people living in harmony with their harsh environment, offering a poignant reflection on the loss of such primal knowledge in the modern world. Through vivid prose, the author illustrates the enduring spirit and unique perspective of the hunter-gatherer, challenging contemporary notions of progress and civilization. This compelling account argues for a re-evaluation of our relationship with the natural world and the ancestral echoes within us all.