Edgar Thurston Bücher

Anthropology of the Todas and Kotas of the Nilgiri Hills and of the Bráhmans, Kammálans, Pallis, and Pariahs of Madras City. This book, "Anthropology of the Todas and Kotas of the Nilgiri Hills", by Edgar Thurston, is a replication of a book originally published before 1896. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form as close to the original as possible.

This volume explores the diverse castes and tribes of Southern India, focusing on those beginning with the letters P to S. It provides detailed ethnographic accounts, cultural practices, and social structures of various communities. Assisted by K. Rangachari, M.A., the work aims to document the intricate social fabric and historical context of these groups, offering valuable insights into their lifestyles, traditions, and contributions to the region's heritage.

This volume delves into the diverse castes and tribes of Southern India, providing detailed ethnographic studies and insights into their social structures, customs, and traditions. It highlights the unique characteristics of various communities, examining aspects such as their occupations, rituals, and cultural practices. Assisted by K. Rangachari, the work serves as an important resource for understanding the complexities of Southern Indian society and contributes to the broader discourse on caste and tribal dynamics in the region.

This volume delves into the diverse castes and tribes of Southern India, specifically covering groups from M to P. It provides detailed ethnographic accounts, exploring social structures, customs, and cultural practices. The work is enhanced by K. Rangachari's assistance, offering scholarly insights and historical context. This comprehensive study serves as an essential resource for understanding the complexities of Southern Indian society and its myriad communities.

Focusing on the psychical life of the Madras Presidency and the native states of Travancore and Cochin, this book expands on previously outlined topics such as omens, superstitions, and sorcery. The author revisits and remodels earlier notes from "Ethnographic Notes in Southern India," incorporating additional insights gathered since its publication and drawing from extensive research in "Castes and Tribes of Southern India." This comprehensive exploration delves into the cultural beliefs and practices that shape the region's inhabitants.

This comprehensive study delves into the diverse castes and tribes of Southern India, exploring their social structures, cultural practices, and historical contexts. It provides detailed ethnographic insights, categorizing various groups and examining their roles within society. The work is enriched by the contributions of K. Rangachari, offering a scholarly perspective that enhances understanding of the region's complex social fabric. This volume serves as an essential resource for researchers and anyone interested in the anthropology of Southern India.

This volume focuses on the diverse castes and tribes of Southern India, specifically those with names starting from K to M. It provides a detailed anthropological study, offering insights into the social structures, customs, and cultural practices of various groups. The work is enriched by the contributions of K. Rangachari, highlighting the intricate relationships and historical contexts of these communities, making it a valuable resource for understanding the region's social dynamics.

Excerpt from Castes and Tribes of Southern India, Vol. 7: T to Z Teli. - The tali, Bishop Caldwell writesfi is the Hindu sign of marriage, answering to the ring of European Christendom. I have known a clergyman refuse to perform a marriage with a tali, and insist upon a ring being used instead. A little consideration will show that the scrupulous conscience can find no rest for itself even in the ring for, if the ring is more Christian than the tali, it is only because its use among Christians is more ancient. Every one knows that the ring has a Pagan origin, and that, for this reason, it is rejected by Quakers. The custom, Wagner informs us, 'f of wearing the wedding ring on the fourth finger of the left hand had unquestionably a Pagan origin. Both the Greeks and the Romans called the fourth left-hand finger the medicated finger, and used it to stir up mixtures and potions, out of the belief that it contained a vein, which communicated directly with the heart, and therefore nothing noxious could come in contact with it, without giving instant warning to that vital organ. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.