Originally published in 1931 this book was the first detailed ethnographic study of the Bavenda people. It pays particular attention to the double system of kinship groups which is unusual among the Bantu peoples. Richly illustrated with over 60 black and white plates, this books discusses the history and geography of the Bavenda, as well as social, economic, religious, political and legal aspects of their life, as well as medicine, magic and folklore.
ISBN: | 9781138598447 |
Publication date: | 29th April 2020 |
Author: | Hugh Stayt |
Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
Format: | Paperback |
Pagination: | 484 pages |
Series: | African Ethnographic Studies of the 20th Century |
Genres: |
Social and cultural anthropology |