Totemism and Exogamy: A Treatise on Certain Early Forms of Superstition and Society V4 is a comprehensive study of the origins and evolution of totemism and exogamy, two early forms of societal organization and belief systems. Written by James G. Frazer, a renowned anthropologist and ethnographer, this book explores the cultural practices and beliefs of various societies around the world, including the Australian Aborigines, Native Americans, and ancient Egyptians.The book is divided into four volumes, each of which delves into a different aspect of totemism and exogamy. Volume 1 provides an overview of the history and development of these concepts, while Volume 2 examines the role of totems in social organization and religious rituals. Volume 3 focuses on the practice of exogamy, or the prohibition of marriage within one's own clan or tribe, and Volume 4 explores the relationship between totemism and exogamy.Throughout the book, Frazer draws on a wide range of sources, including ethnographic accounts, historical records, and archaeological evidence, to provide a detailed and nuanced understanding of these early forms of superstition and society. He also offers insights into the broader cultural and historical contexts in which these practices emerged and evolved.Overall, Totemism and Exogamy: A Treatise on Certain Early Forms of Superstition and Society V4 is a seminal work in the field of anthropology and a must-read for anyone interested in the origins and evolution of human society and belief systems.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
