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Author Reid, Mayne, 1818-1883
Contributor Stoddard, Richard Henry, 1825-1903
Title The man-eaters and other odd people : A popular description of singular races of man.
Alternate Title Odd people
Original Publication United States: T.R. Knox & Co., 1860, copyright 1869, copyright 1884.
Note New edition of the author's Odd people, with different arrangement of chapters.
Note Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Note Includes a memoir of Mayne Reid by R.H. Stoddard.
Credits Richard Tonsing, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary "The Man-Eaters and Other Odd People: A Popular Description of Singular Races" by Captain Mayne Reid is a collection of ethnographic accounts written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intriguing and often macabre customs and characteristics of various unique and lesser-known tribes around the world, particularly focusing on cannibalistic practices. Through vivid language and detailed descriptions, the author delves into the lives of these 'odd peoples,' presenting a curious mix of fascination and horror that reflects his own adventurous spirit. At the start of this work, Captain Reid introduces his readers to the Feegee Islands, famously known for their cannibalistic inhabitants. He provides a captivating depiction of the geographical setting and describes the stark contrasts between the islands' breathtaking natural beauty and the ferocity of their inhabitants. Reid contemplates the moral complexities of the Feegeeans, presenting them not merely as savages but as complex beings shaped by their societal structures. He foreshadows the exploration of various tribes, hinting at both their harsh realities and the author’s admiration for their resilience—setting the stage for a thorough examination of these intriguing cultures throughout the remainder of the book. (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. 70452
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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