AuthorMarshall, Harry Ignatius, author
TitleThe Karen People of Burma : A Study in Anthropology and Ethnology / Harry Ignatius Marshall
Imprint Columbus, Oh. : The Ohio State University Bulletin, 1922
Connect tohttps://digiverse.chula.ac.th/Info/item/dc:89096
Descript 329 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm

SUMMARY

Describes habitat and tribal distribution of the Karen, presenting population estimates. Reports on Karen language, origins of the Karen, physical and personality characteristics, measurements, astronomy, housing, food and its preparation, agricultural practices of swidden and occupations. Deals with music and musical instruments, dancing, political arrangements, community life, position and activities of women, family relationships, and slavery. Karen law, penalties for crime, warfare and weapons are dealt with. Reports on birth customs, child-rearing practices, marriage and funeral customs, and religious beliefs and practices. Related growth of Christianity, education and military activities. Contains glossary of Karen words. [TAIC]


SUBJECT

  1. Myanmar
  2. hill tribes
  3. ethnic groups
  4. health
  5. customs
  6. social patterns
  7. religion
  8. youth
  9. agriculture
  10. standard of living
  11. law
  12. fish
  13. politics
  14. women
  15. crime
  16. bibliographies

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