An Introduction to the mortuary customs of the North American Indians
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"An Introduction to North American Indian Funeral Customs" is a study that presents an in-depth survey of the traditional rites and customs associated with funerals among the indigenous peoples of North America. The author, Harry Cressy Yarrow, examines various aspects of funeral rites, from the interpretation of sacred symbols to the importance of family community during mourning.
The book "Introduction to North American Indian Funeral Customs" covers the historical, social, and cultural aspects of traditional rites. The author examines the variety of rites, including ritual songs, dances, incense, symbols, and objects used during burials.
Through its detailed approach to the study of funeral customs, Yarrow's book has become an important source for understanding and reproducing these ancient traditions, and also illuminates the meaning and ways of passing on a valuable cultural heritage to generations of descendants of Native American tribes."
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- Name of the Author
- H. C. (Harry Crécy) Yarrow
- Language
- English
- Release date
- 2004-09-01
- Title
- An Introduction to the mortuary customs of the North American Indians
- Subject
- E011
Indians of North America -- Funeral customs and rites
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"An Introduction to North American Indian Funeral Customs" is a study that presents an in-depth survey of the traditional rites and customs associated with fune...