La Dott.ssa Bonvillain è un'autorità di spicco il cui lavoro si addentra profondamente nelle culture e nelle lingue dei nativi del Nord America. La sua vasta erudizione comprende una vasta gamma di argomenti, dalla linguistica alle pratiche religiose e mediche di varie tribù. Bonvillain esplora non solo gli aspetti tradizionali delle società indigene, ma anche complesse costruzioni sociali come il genere, il tutto attraverso una lente antropologica. La sua dedicata ricerca sul campo e i suoi contributi accademici promuovono una comprensione più profonda di queste culture avvincenti.
Focusing on the Indigenous nations of North America, this ethnographic and historical study explores the significant historical processes that have shaped Native societies. It highlights how these communities have responded over time to affirm their traditions and safeguard their sovereignty, providing insight into both past and present challenges and resilience.
The exploration of interconnections among language, culture, and communicative meaning is central to this edition. It utilizes data from diverse cultures and languages globally to reveal both the similarities and differences that shape human communication. This comprehensive approach provides insights into how language reflects cultural values and influences social interactions, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of communication across various contexts.
Focusing on gender roles and relationships, this cross-cultural study examines how economic and material conditions intersect with ideological valuations to shape cultural models of gender. It explores the complexities of these dynamics, providing insights into how various societies construct and perceive gender identity and relationships.
Popis indiánského léčitelství, založeného na používání přírodních léčebných prostředků a provozování léčitelských obřadů. Knihu doplňují autentické fotografie a ilustrace.