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The Bavenda
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The Bavenda

Hugh A. Stayt
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Originally published in 1931 this book was the first detailed ethnographic study of the Bavenda people. It pays particular attention to the double system of kinship groups which is unusual among the Bantu peoples. Richly illustrated with over 60 black and white plates, this books discusses the history and geography of the Bavenda, as well as social, economic, religious, political and legal aspects of their life, as well as medicine, magic and folklore.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Date
22 August 2018
Pages
480
ISBN
9781138598355

Originally published in 1931 this book was the first detailed ethnographic study of the Bavenda people. It pays particular attention to the double system of kinship groups which is unusual among the Bantu peoples. Richly illustrated with over 60 black and white plates, this books discusses the history and geography of the Bavenda, as well as social, economic, religious, political and legal aspects of their life, as well as medicine, magic and folklore.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Date
22 August 2018
Pages
480
ISBN
9781138598355

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