Odd people : Being a popular description of singular races of man by Mayne Reid

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Author Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
Title Odd people : Being a popular description of singular races of man
Note Reading ease score: 59.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Summary "Odd People: Being a Popular Description of Singular Races of Man" by Captain Mayne Reid is an ethnological account written in the mid-19th century. The work explores various unique and lesser-known human races, focusing initially on the Bushmen of South Africa. Through vivid descriptions and observations, Reid captures the peculiarities of these races, aiming to shed light on their lifestyles, appearances, and customs. The opening of the book sets the stage by delving into the lives of the Bushmen, highlighting their enigmatic nature as a race that has intrigued the civilized world. Reid outlines their physical characteristics, societal structures, and hunting practices, discussing both their strengths and vulnerabilities. He presents the Bushmen as skilled survivors in a harsh environment, adept at utilizing the resources around them while also facing the threat of extinction due to oppression from more dominant cultures. The narrative combines factual description with the author's personal observations, aiming to evoke both empathy and curiosity about these "odd" peoples. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GN: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Anthropology
Subject Ethnology
Subject Anthropology
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EBook-No. 35911
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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