Notes On The Bribri Of Costa Rica (1920)

By Alanson B. Skinner

Book Overview

Notes on the Bribri of Costa Rica is a book written by Alanson Skinner in 1920. The book is a comprehensive study of the Bribri people, an indigenous group living in the Costa Rican rainforest. The author, who was an ethnographer and archaeologist, spent several years living with the Bribri people and learning about their culture, customs, and way of life. The book provides a detailed account of the Bribri language, religion, social structure, economy, and daily activities. The author also describes the Bribri's relationship with the natural environment and their knowledge of medicinal plants. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the indigenous cultures of Central America and provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the Bribri people.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: 1167042786
• ISBN13: 9781167042782
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 138 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"