The Mountain Arapesh, V3-4: Socio-Economic Life and Diary of Events in Alitoa

The Mountain Arapesh, V3-4: Socio-Economic Life And Diary Of Events In Alitoa is a book written by the renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead. The book is a comprehensive study of the socio-economic life of the Mountain Arapesh people of Papua New Guinea, particularly in the village of Alitoa. The book is divided into two volumes, V3 and V4, which detail the daily lives of the Arapesh people, their customs, traditions, and beliefs. Mead's research is based on her extensive fieldwork in the village, where she lived among the Arapesh people for several years, learning their language and customs.The book provides a detailed account of the Arapesh people's economic activities, including agriculture, hunting, and fishing. It also explores their social organization, including their kinship system, marriage customs, and religious beliefs. Mead's diary of events in Alitoa provides an intimate portrayal of the daily lives of the Arapesh people, including their celebrations, rituals, and ceremonies.Overall, The Mountain Arapesh, V3-4: Socio-Economic Life And Diary Of Events In Alitoa is an important anthropological work that sheds light on the culture and way of life of the Arapesh people. Mead's research provides valuable insights into the complexities of human society and the importance of cultural diversity.Anthropological Papers Of The American Museum Of Natural History V40, Part 3.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.