Traces the origins of the naga of Burma, and examines their social structures, religion, and ritual, architecture, arts and crafts, hunting and warfare, costume and ornament. Destined to become an essential study for all with interest in these fascinating people. The result of over 30 years of research and fieldwork by the author on the Naga people of far western Burma, a loosely related, fiercely independent group of tribes that practised headhunting until well into the 20th century. This work traces their origins, and examines their social structures, religion and ritual, and architecture among others. This book is the result of over 30 years of research and fieldwork by the author on the Naga people of far western Burma, a loosely related, fiercely independent group of tribes that practised headhunting until well into 1940s. Fully illustrated with color photos.
2006, Orchid Press, paperback, 212 pp., as new.
| Book Details | |
| Author | J. D. Saul, Photography by Dominique Viallard |
| Publisher | River Books |
| Publication Date | 2006 |
| ISBN | 9789745240650 |
| Format | paperback |
| Dimensions | 23*22cm |
| Pages | 212 |
| Language | English |
| Condition | as new |
The Naga of Burma: Their Festivals, Customs and Way of Life, by J. D. Saul with Photography by Dominique Viallard
- Publisher: River Books
- ISBN: 9789745240650
- Availability: In Stock
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US$75.00
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