The fetish folk of West Africa by Robert H. Milligan

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Author Milligan, Robert H.
LoC No. 13000925
Title The fetish folk of West Africa
Original Publication New York: Fleming H. Revell company, 1912.
Note Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Richard Tonsing, Peter Becker, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Fetish Folk of West Africa" by Robert H. Milligan is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book explores the mental habits, beliefs, and cultural practices associated with fetishism among various West African tribes, aiming to reveal the richness of African humanity and folk-lore. It is complemented by illustrations and extensive anthropological insights, reflecting on the complexities of the African mindset, particularly in relation to the impact of colonialism and missionary efforts. The opening of the book introduces the reader to Milligan’s perspective, detailing his motivation to document the culture and beliefs of the West African peoples contrasting them with Western views. He reflects on his experiences in Gaboon, addressing both the dangers—such as disease and the toll of isolation on missionaries—and the uniqueness of the African worldview, particularly in terms of fetishism. He sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the intricate relationship between superstition, spirituality, and the social lives of the tribes, emphasizing that understanding these aspects is vital for appreciating the true essence of African identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Fetishism -- Africa, West
Subject Missions -- Gabon
Subject Mpongwe (African people)
Subject Fang (African people)
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EBook-No. 72480
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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