The Bavenda
Download or Read eBook The Bavenda PDF written by Hugh A. Stayt and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-09-03 with total page 381 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Hugh A. Stayt |
Publisher | : Routledge |
Total Pages | : 381 |
Release | : 2018-09-03 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780429942778 |
ISBN-13 | : 042994277X |
Rating | : 4/5 (78 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Bavenda by : Hugh A. Stayt
Book excerpt: Originally published in 1931 this book was the first detailed ethnographic study of the Bavenda people. It pays particular attention to the double system of kinship groups which is unusual among the Bantu peoples. Richly illustrated with over 60 black and white plates, this books discusses the history and geography of the Bavenda, as well as social, economic, religious, political and legal aspects of their life, as well as medicine, magic and folklore.