""Fetishism in West Africa: Forty Years' Observation of Native Customs and Superstitions"" is a book written by Robert Hamill Nassau, which explores the customs and superstitions of West African tribes. Nassau spent forty years studying the religious practices and beliefs of the people in this region, and he shares his observations and insights in this book. The term ""fetishism"" refers to the belief in the power of objects, and Nassau explains how this belief manifests in the daily lives of West Africans. He also ...
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""Fetishism in West Africa: Forty Years' Observation of Native Customs and Superstitions"" is a book written by Robert Hamill Nassau, which explores the customs and superstitions of West African tribes. Nassau spent forty years studying the religious practices and beliefs of the people in this region, and he shares his observations and insights in this book. The term ""fetishism"" refers to the belief in the power of objects, and Nassau explains how this belief manifests in the daily lives of West Africans. He also discusses their beliefs in spirits and gods, as well as their rituals and ceremonies. The book provides a unique perspective on the cultural practices of West African tribes and offers valuable insights into their religious beliefs and customs.1907. This work represents forty years' observation by Mr. Nassau of native customs and superstitions in West Africa. In his studies of the natives' language Nassau's attention was drawn closely to their customs; and in his inquiry into their religion. Illustrated. Contents: Constitution of Native African society, Sociology; Idea of God, religion; Polytheism, idolatry; Spiritual beings in African religion, also their classes and functions; Fetishism, its philosophy, charms and amulets; The Fetish, a worship, witchcraft, white art and sorcery; The Fetish, witchcraft, black art and demonology; Fetishism, a government; Fetish, its relation to the family, daily work, occupation and to the needs of life; Superstition in customs; Fetish, its relation to the future life; Tales of Fetish based on fact.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.
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