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Discusses the mythology from Indians of various regions of South America, describing origins, comparing the similar tales, and presenting some of the myths themselves. Inga biblioteksbeskrivningar kunde hittas. |
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Google Books — Laddar... GenrerMelvil Decimal System (DDC)299.8Religions Other Religions By Region/Civilization Of South American OriginKlassifikation enligt LCBetygMedelbetyg:
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Because of the broad scope, the book is necessarily lacking in depth for any one tribe, or in detailed retellings of a myth. It does, however, have a thorough reference list for further reading.
As is to be expected from the title, the book deals primarily with mythology, and not religions. Religious practices are discussed only when they appear in myths, or are closely related to them. Some initiatory rites are briefly mentioned, as are some shamanic practices. I would have appreciated more discussion of religion, partly as a way to better provide context for the myths, and also for its own sake.
One minor quibble I had was that the author did not discuss what definition of myth (as distinct from legend or folktale) he was using. He clearly had something in mind, as he does make such distinctions, but he doesn't make it clear. This would've made it slightly easier to follow (and understand what he wasn't including in the book), and would be especially important for a less-informed reader.
(I have no idea if any of this is addressed in later editions; the edition I read is from 1988.) ( )