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Set in a remote Himalayan village in northwest Nepal during the late '60s, this groundbreaking study reveals the intricate cultural dynamics of a self-sufficient community. Anthropologist Fisher explores how the villagers, despite their isolation, are influenced by external forces, providing a compelling analysis of their social structure and dependencies. The work highlights the balance between autonomy and external influence, offering insights into the complexities of rural life in a changing world.
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Trans-Himalayan Traders, James F. Fisher
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- Trans-Himalayan Traders
- Subtitle
- Economy, Society and Culture in Northwest Nepal
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James F. Fisher
- Publisher
- Orchid Press Publishing Limited
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 242
- ISBN13
- 9789745242012
- Category
- Ethnography
- Description
- Set in a remote Himalayan village in northwest Nepal during the late '60s, this groundbreaking study reveals the intricate cultural dynamics of a self-sufficient community. Anthropologist Fisher explores how the villagers, despite their isolation, are influenced by external forces, providing a compelling analysis of their social structure and dependencies. The work highlights the balance between autonomy and external influence, offering insights into the complexities of rural life in a changing world.