Tietoja maailman kansoista, heidän tavoista, uskonnoista ja vaiheista by Forsman

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Author Forsman, Jaakko, 1839-1899
Title Tietoja maailman kansoista, heidän tavoista, uskonnoista ja vaiheista
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Summary "TIETOJA MAAILMAN KANSOISTA, HEIDÄN TAVOISTA, USKONNOISTA JA VAIHEISTA" by J. O. Forsman is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the origins, customs, religions, and histories of different peoples across the world. It offers a comprehensive examination of humanity's development, beginning from early civilizations to contemporary societies. The opening of the text introduces the concept of humanity's division into various groups based on geographical, cultural, and physical characteristics. Forsman discusses the five major human races and their unique traits, such as the Caucasoid, Mongoloid, Ethiopian, American, and Malayan groups. He delves into the origins of humanity according to religious texts, particularly those in the Bible, and examines how environmental factors, societal needs, and innovations have shaped human development over time. The section emphasizes the interconnectedness of different cultures while also detailing their distinct practices and histories, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of various nations in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Subject Ethnology
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