Anthropological Publications V6: Human Skulls From Gazelle Peninsula, The Dance Festivals Of The Alaskan Eskimo, A Pre-Lenape Site In New Jersey (1916

By George Grant MacCurdy, E. W. Hawkes, Ralph Linton

Book Overview

Anthropological Publications V6 is a book that contains three separate studies conducted by George Grant MacCurdy, an American anthropologist. The first study is about human skulls that were found on the Gazelle Peninsula, which is located in Papua New Guinea. MacCurdy examines the skulls and provides detailed descriptions of their physical characteristics, as well as their cultural significance to the indigenous people of the region.The second study focuses on the dance festivals of the Alaskan Eskimo. MacCurdy describes the various dances that are performed during these festivals, as well as their historical and cultural significance. He also provides detailed illustrations of the dancers and their costumes.The third and final study in this book is about a pre-Lenape site in New Jersey. MacCurdy examines the archaeological evidence found at the site and provides insights into the lives and culture of the people who lived there. He also provides detailed illustrations of the artifacts that were found at the site.Overall, Anthropological Publications V6 is a fascinating exploration of different cultures and their histories. MacCurdy's detailed descriptions and illustrations provide valuable insights into the lives and beliefs of the people he studied. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, archaeology, or cultural studies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166582590
• ISBN13: 9781166582593
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"