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100 1 _aShakespear, John,
_d1861-1942
245 1 4 _aThe Lushei Kuki Clans
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2017-02-12
508 _aProduced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
520 _a"The Lushei Kuki Clans" by Lt.-Colonel J. Shakespear is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the customs, social structures, and daily lives of the prominent Lushei clans residing in the Lushai Hills of India. It provides a detailed examination of their habitat, history, traditions, and inter-clan relationships, revealing the intricate dynamics within this ethnic group. At the start of the work, the author outlines his intent to focus on the inhabitants of the Lushai Hills while also acknowledging the presence of other clans in the broader Kuki race. He begins with descriptions of the Lushei people's geological setting, physical characteristics, and historical lineage, elaborating on their resilience and adaptability over the years. The opening chapters highlight social structures, agricultural practices, and the significance of genealogical records, establishing a foundation for understanding the complex tapestry of their culture. Shakespear's writing reflects his firsthand experiences and observations, aiming to provide an authentic representation of the Lushei clans' lifestyles and historical nuances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLushai (Asian people)
653 _aKuki (Indic people)
653 _aLushai language
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54160
999 _c94994
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