Totemism

By Lord Avebury

Book Overview

Totemism is a book written by Lord Avebury, also known as John Lubbock, and published in 1887. The book explores the concept of totemism, which is a belief system found in many indigenous cultures where animals or natural objects are revered as sacred and believed to have spiritual powers.In the book, Avebury draws on his extensive knowledge of anthropology, archaeology, and ethnography to examine the origins, development, and significance of totemism in different cultures around the world. He discusses the various forms of totemism, including clan totemism, individual totemism, and animal totemism, and explores the role of totems in social organization, religion, and mythology.Avebury also provides detailed accounts of totemic practices and beliefs in different cultures, including the Native American tribes of North America, the Aboriginal peoples of Australia, and the indigenous peoples of Africa and Asia. He examines the symbolism of totems, the relationship between totems and the natural world, and the ways in which totems are used to establish social identity and promote group cohesion.Overall, Totemism is a comprehensive and insightful study of one of the most fascinating and complex belief systems in human history. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and students of anthropology, sociology, and comparative religion.THIS 38 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Marriage, Totemism and Religion: An Answer to Critics, by Lord Avebury. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766145913.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162878770
• ISBN13: 9781162878775
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 7.5" x 9.3"