Primitive Marriage And Its System

By Ernest Crawley

Book Overview

Primitive Marriage and Its System is a book written by Ernest Crawley. The book is a comprehensive study of the institution of marriage in primitive societies. Crawley explores the customs and traditions of various primitive societies from around the world, including those in Africa, Australia, and the Americas. He examines the role of marriage in these societies, including its connection to social organization and the transmission of property. The book also delves into the various forms of marriage, such as monogamy, polygamy, and group marriage, and how they are practiced in different societies. Additionally, Crawley discusses the evolution of marriage from primitive times to modern times, and how it has been influenced by religion, law, and social norms. Overall, Primitive Marriage and Its System is a fascinating and informative study of the institution of marriage in primitive societies, and how it has evolved over time.THIS 50 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Mystic Rose: A Study of Primitive Marriage and of Primitive Thought in its Bearing on Marriage, by Ernest Crawley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766126722.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: 1425351662
• ISBN13: 9781425351663
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"