Publisher's Synopsis
""The Monguors of the Kansu-Tibetan Frontier: Their Origin, History, and Social Organization"" is a comprehensive study of the Monguor people, also known as the Tu people, who live in the border region between the Chinese province of Gansu and Tibet. Written by Louis M. J. Schram, the book provides a detailed account of the Monguor's history, culture, and social organization, including their language, religion, economy, and political structure. The author draws on extensive fieldwork and archival research to present a rich and nuanced portrait of this little-known ethnic group, shedding light on their unique customs, traditions, and way of life. The book is an invaluable resource for scholars of anthropology, history, and Asian studies, as well as anyone interested in the diversity and complexity of human societies.Transactions Of The American Philosophical Society, New Series, Volume 44, Part 1.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
