Publisher's Synopsis
Explore the fascinating world of ancestor worship and beliefs surrounding immortality in "The Belief in Immortality and the Worship of the Dead, Vol. 1." Authored by James George Frazer, this meticulously researched study delves into the social lives and customs of Oceania, specifically focusing on the Aborigines of Australia, the Torres Strait Islands, New Guinea, and Melanesia.
This volume offers a detailed look at cultural anthropology and social structures related to death and the afterlife in these regions. Discover insights into the rituals, traditions, and spiritual practices surrounding the veneration of the dead. Frazer's work provides valuable historical context and a comprehensive overview of these significant aspects of Oceanic cultures. A cornerstone of anthropological study, this book sheds light on the enduring human fascination with mortality and the spiritual realm.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
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