Shamanism In Siberia - Paperback

by M. A. Czaplicka (Author)

Shamanism in Siberia is a book written by M.A. Czaplicka that explores the shamanistic practices of the indigenous people of Siberia. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various shamanistic traditions of the region, including the rituals, beliefs, and practices of the shamans. The author draws on her extensive fieldwork in the region to provide detailed descriptions of the shamanistic ceremonies and practices, as well as the cultural and social context in which they occur. The book also examines the role of shamanism in the lives of the Siberian people, including its importance in healing, divination, and communication with the spirit world. Overall, Shamanism in Siberia is an informative and engaging exploration of the fascinating world of shamanism in one of the world's most remote and mysterious regions.IN everyday life the shaman is not distinguishable from other people except by an occasionally haughty manner, but when he is engaged in communicating with spirits he has to make use of a special dress and special instruments. Of these the most important and the one in most general use is the shaman's drum. It may be said that all over Siberia, where there is a shaman there is also a drum. The drum has the power of transporting the shaman to the superworld and of evoking spirits by its sounds.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.