Elkin a p (113 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Good. ANTHROPOLOGY / RELIGION The first book to reveal the secret and sacred practices of Aboriginal shamans, Aboriginal Men of High Degree presents an extraordinary series of rites by which the young Aboriginal male begins the degrees of shamanic initiation--each marked by its own portion of esoteric knowledge. One of Australia's most eminent anthropologists, A. P. Elkin focuses on karadji, or men of high degree, who possess magical powers and who serve as channels between the Dreamtime beings and their own communities. As psychologists and psychic experts, the karadji are essential to the groups' social chesion. They are believed to cure and kill mysteriously, make rain, anticipate future events, and appear and disappear at will. Not content to explain away these phenomenon, Elkin boldly suggests that we enter into the karadji worldview and try to understand this remarkable culture on its own terms. Former head of the anthropology department at the University of Sydney, A. P. ELKIN (1891-1979) authored eight books and numerous articles in Australia, the United States, France, and England, including The Australian Aborigines.…

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The first book to reveal the secret and sacred practices of Aboriginal shamans, Aboriginal Men of High Degree presents an extraordinary series of rites by which the young Aboriginal male begins the degrees of shamanic initiation--each marked by its own portion of esoteric knowledge. One of Australia's most eminent anthropologists, A. P. Elkin focuses on karadji, or men of high degree, who possess magical powers and who serve as channels between the Dreamtime beings and their own communities. As psychologists and psychic experts, the karadji are essential to the groups' social chesion. They are believed to cure and kill mysteriously, make rain, anticipate future events, and appear and disappear at will. Not content to explain away these phenomenon, Elkin boldly suggests that we enter into the karadji worldview and try to understand this remarkable culture on its own terms. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Near Fine.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fair. First Edition. A perfectly serviceable reference copy; nothing fancy, but complete and sturdy. Blue cloth over boards, previous owner's penned inscription at first free endpaper. Illustrated endpapers front and rear (map endpapers). Paper dust wrapper, foxed and chipped along edges, but clean and unclipped. Volume contains scholarly apparatus in the form of, e.g., notes, index, and bibliography. From the library of John Barker, a noted Pacific ethnographer. xiii [2], 3-166 pp. It came from theMember, I.O.B.A., C.B.A., and adherent to the highest ethical standards. Additional postage may be required for oversize or especially heavy volumes, and for sets.…

Unknown. Zustand: Fair. No Jacket. Former library book; Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Reissue Edition. 369 pages; b&w photographs. Small tears to spine joint extremities. Slightly cocked spine. Rubbing and fading on the covers and spine. Creasing on spine. Minor smudges on the exterior edges of textblock. Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings. ; Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. original edition. 224 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. original edition. 224 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,450grams, ISBN.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. With owner's name and inscription inside cover. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Some heavy foxing. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,400grams, ISBN.…

1938/1968 reprint. Australia, South Pacific. Angus & Robertson. 258p.and map, Ex-library otherwise good+ black cloth, no dust jacket.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

hardcover. Zustand: Good.

Paperback. Zustand: Good. Good paperback. Pages are clean and unmarked. Some pages minor corner bump. Covers show light edge wear.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day.

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine.

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. Reprint. Name of the previous owner on the front free end paper page. Reprint, 1956. Frontispiece in color. The boards are a little shelf rubbed and slightly faded marks. Internally the pages are neat and complete. The binding is secure. GK. Our orders are shipped using tracked courier delivery services.…

1938/61 reprint. Australia, South Pacific. Angus & Robertson. 258p.and map, good cloth and worn jacket.

Zustand: Good. No Edition Remarks. 56 pages. Illustrated paper covers with cloth to spine. Black and white illustrations throughout. Pages are slightly tanned but clear with mild foxing and tanning to text block edges and reverse of covers. Binding remains firm. Paper covers have light edge-wear and corner curling with mild tanning and scuffing overall. Spine has subtle rolling and creasing.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Good. No Jacket. pp.166-209. 24.5cm. 4 black and white photographic illustrations. Location map (Central Arnhem Land). Contained in a complete number of 'Oceania. A Journal devoted to the study of the Native Peoples of Australia, New Guinea . '. Vol.XXXI. No. 3. March 1961. Wrappers. Wear to head and foot of the spine. Good copy. …

64pp. 8vo. Original wrappers, faded at spine. Map endpapers. A very good copy. First edition.

xiv+170pp. Sm.4to. Orig. cloth. Illustrated with maps and photos. Series of essays to mark the 75th anniversary of ANZAAS.

Softcover. 1st Edition (Australia). 12mo [approx 12x18cm]. Very Good condition - minor fading to cover at base and spine. Previous owner's details to preliminary pages. Maps to endpapers. Robust, professional packaging and tracking provided for all parcels. 64 pages.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Good. pp.xxii+393. 21.5cm. Colour frontispiece. 48 black and white photographic illustrations. Index. Hard cover in dust jacket. Very good copy.