02759cam a22003373u 4500 38038 UtSlPG 20260610133852.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 BL Nassau, Robert Hamill, 1835-1921 Fetichism in West Africa Fetichism in West Africa : 40 years' observation of native customs and superstitions Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fetichism_in_West_Africa Release date is 2011-11-17 Produced by Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries.) "Fetichism in West Africa: Forty Years' Observation of Native Customs and Superstitions" by the Rev. Robert Hamill Nassau is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work serves as an extensive account of Nassau's observations of the spiritual practices, beliefs, and sociocultural customs of various tribes in West Africa, particularly the Benga and Mpongwe. It delves into the intersection of religion and daily life, examining how deeply ingrained superstitions influence the social structure and individual behaviors within these communities. At the start of the book, Nassau recounts his experiences upon arriving in West Africa and details the initial interactions he had with various tribes, highlighting their unique customs and beliefs. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these practices from a respectful and inquisitive perspective, rather than dismissing them as mere superstition. The opening chapters outline the author's methodologies for engaging with the local people, illustrate the complexities of their societal organization, and indicate how these rituals and beliefs are not only prevalent but also central to their cultural identity. As he immerses himself in their language and culture, Nassau positions himself as both an observer and a participant in the ongoing discourse about their understanding of spirituality and the role of "fetiches" in their daily lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Ethnology -- Africa, West Fetishism -- Africa, West https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38038 78878 78878