02249cam a22003253u 4500 31429 UtSlPG 20260610133721.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 61004716 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Downs, James F., 1923-1999 Washo Religion Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Anthropological Records, Vol. 16, No. 9 Release date is 2010-02-27 "Washo Religion" by James F. Downs is a scientific publication written in the early 1960s. This anthropological study delves into the religious beliefs, practices, mythology, and rituals of the Washo Indians, who inhabit regions of California and Nevada. The work aims to illuminate the continuity and change in their religious life, providing insights gained from fieldwork among the Washo, juxtaposing contemporary practices with traditional roots. The opening of the text presents a comprehensive preface and introduction, outlining the author's intentions and methodology in documenting the cultural and religious practices of the Washo people. Downs begins by acknowledging the limited existing literature on the Washo culture and emphasizes the vibrant continuance of their religious identity despite the challenges posed by modernization and colonial impact. He details his fieldwork experiences, highlighting that the Washo hold onto their rich mythology and belief systems, which adapt over time while maintaining core components that define their worldview. The author sets a scholarly tone, intending to contribute significantly to the understanding of the Washo's religious practices and their evolution in response to external influences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Washoe Indians -- Religion Anthropological Records, Vol. 16, No. 9 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31429 72275 72275