Description
The Nagas In The Nineteenth Century is a seminal work by renowned anthropologist Verrier Elwin that provides an in-depth examination of Naga society, culture, and history during the 1800s. This meticulously researched volume captures a crucial period in Naga history as these communities faced significant changes through colonial contact and cultural transformation.
Elwin’s ethnographic approach offers valuable insights into Naga traditions, social structures, warfare practices, and indigenous governance systems. The work serves as an important historical record of Naga customs, beliefs, and daily life before and during the early phases of British colonization. Through detailed observations and scholarly analysis, the author preserves knowledge of Naga heritage and provides context for understanding their contemporary society.
This hardcover edition by Gyan Publishing House makes this important historical text accessible to scholars, students, and anyone interested in Indian tribal history, anthropology, and the cultural heritage of Northeast India.
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