Kinship and Marriage in Early Arabia (1907)

Kinship And Marriage In Early Arabia is a book written by W. Robertson Smith and originally published in 1907. The book is a comprehensive study of the social and cultural practices of early Arabia, particularly focusing on the topics of kinship and marriage. Smith examines the various forms of kinship relationships and marriage practices that were prevalent in Arabia during the pre-Islamic period. He analyzes the different types of marriages, including polygamy, levirate, and sororate marriages, and the roles and responsibilities of both men and women in these relationships. Smith also explores the importance of kinship ties in Arabian society and the impact of these ties on social and political structures. The book draws on a wide range of sources, including historical and literary texts, as well as anthropological and ethnographic studies. It provides a valuable insight into the social and cultural practices of early Arabia and their significance in shaping the region's history and culture.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.