Edgar Thurston

Broschiertes Buch

Omens And Superstitions Of Southern India (1912)

Beschreibung

Omens And Superstitions Of Southern India is a book written by Edgar Thurston and published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive study of the various superstitions and omens prevalent in Southern India during the early 20th century. The author, who was a British ethnographer and anthropologist, spent several years studying the customs, beliefs, and practices of the people in the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of superstition or omen. Some of the topics covered in the book include astrology, divination, magic, witchcraft, and demonology. The author also provides detailed descriptions of various rituals and ceremonies that are performed to ward off evil spirits or bring good luck.One of the unique aspects of the book is its focus on the different castes and communities in Southern India and how their beliefs and practices differ from each other. The author also explores the influence of religion, particularly Hinduism, on the superstitions and omens prevalent in the region.Overall, Omens And Superstitions Of Southern India is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the cultural and social history of India. The book provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of the people of Southern India during the early 20th century and is a testament to the author's meticulous research and scholarship.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.

Autor

Edgar Thurston was a British scholar and colonial administrator born in 1855 in London. He served as the Superintendent at the Madras Government Museum from 1885 to 1908. During his tenure, Thurston made significant contributions to the fields of zoology, ethnology, and botany in India. His extensive research focused on the study of the diverse communities in Southern India, particularly the castes and tribes of the Madras Presidency. He played a crucial role in documenting the cultural practices, social structures, and physical traits of over 300 different communities, providing invaluable ethnographic data. His research was conducted at the Madras Government Museum, where he also published many of his findings. Thurston's works were instrumental in preserving the rich cultural heritage of India, especially at a time when modernization threatened to alter traditional lifestyles. After his retirement, he continued his research and writing, leaving behind a legacy of academic contributions that provided a comprehensive understanding of Indian society during the British colonial period. He passed away in 1935 at the age of 80 in Penzance, United Kingdom. His studies remain an important reference for those interested in Indian anthropology and ethnography.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 352
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. August 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 19mm
• Gewicht: 510g
• ISBN-13: 9781120015020
• ISBN-10: 1120015022
• Artikelnr.: 27236761