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The Last Shaman
Change in an Amazonian Community
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Focusing on the Arakmbut, an indigenous group in the Peruvian rainforest, the trilogy explores their resilience amidst challenges, particularly from a gold rush threatening their land. It highlights their rich mythology, cultural strength, and social adaptability, showcasing how they integrate non-indigenous concepts into their survival strategies. The narrative is woven together by the presence of an invisible spirit, creating a cohesive theme throughout the series as the Arakmbut navigate the complexities of identity and survival.
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The Last Shaman, Andrew Gray
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- Released
- 1997
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- Title
- The Last Shaman
- Subtitle
- Change in an Amazonian Community
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Andrew Gray
- Publisher
- Berghahn Books
- Released
- 1997
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 322
- ISBN13
- 9781571818744
- Category
- Ethnography
- Description
- Focusing on the Arakmbut, an indigenous group in the Peruvian rainforest, the trilogy explores their resilience amidst challenges, particularly from a gold rush threatening their land. It highlights their rich mythology, cultural strength, and social adaptability, showcasing how they integrate non-indigenous concepts into their survival strategies. The narrative is woven together by the presence of an invisible spirit, creating a cohesive theme throughout the series as the Arakmbut navigate the complexities of identity and survival.