This gripping narrative is about a radically different world and the search for a common humanity that underlies cultural difference. Interweaving fieldwork with the drama of life in a tribal society in extremis, this book is essential reading for students of anthropology and the general reader alike.
Emotional Worlds is the first anthropological work in a generation to reconsider the nature of emotion, a preoccupation of our age. Adopting a narrative approach, it explores cultural worlds from the intimate perspective of the emotional life, showing how emotions tell a story, shaping lives, transforming situations and colouring experience.
This groundbreaking anthropological work reexamines the concept of emotion, reflecting a cultural focus prevalent in contemporary society. It offers fresh insights and perspectives, making significant contributions to the understanding of how emotions are perceived and expressed across different cultures. By challenging existing frameworks, the book encourages readers to rethink the complexities of emotional experiences in a modern context.
Offering an in-depth exploration of Javanese religion, this work builds on the foundational studies of the past, particularly Geertz's influential 1960 analysis. It delves into the complexities of spiritual practices, beliefs, and cultural influences that shape Javanese identity. The author presents a thorough examination of rituals, social dynamics, and the interplay between tradition and modernity, making it an essential resource for scholars and anyone interested in Southeast Asian spirituality.
Andrew Beatty gives us what no Western writer has been able to do: an intimate picture of how Islamic fundamentalism can displace older and more easygoing forms of belief.