Negerleben in Ostafrika : Ergebnisse einer Ethnologischen Forschungsreise by Weule

"Negerleben in Ostafrika: Ergebnisse einer Ethnologischen Forschungsreise" by Karl Weule is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the author's ethnological research expedition through East Africa, focusing on the culture, customs, and psychology of various African tribes. It aims to present a comprehensive understanding of the lives of these communities through detailed observations and interactions during his travels. The opening of the work introduces the author’s intent and methodology, detailing how his research reflects a deep engagement with the local communities he studies. Weule emphasizes the importance of immersive interaction and communication, referred to as "~Masumgumso~," over mere observation. He discusses the challenges of documenting cultural practices and languages, particularly in light of the evolving dynamics within these communities. The preface also explains the innovative recording methods used, such as photography and phonography, which support his efforts to accurately capture the rich tapestry of life in East Africa without losing the essence of the environments and cultures he encountered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Weule, Karl, 1864-1926
Title Negerleben in Ostafrika : Ergebnisse einer Ethnologischen Forschungsreise
Original Publication Leipzig: F. A. Brockhaus, 1909.
Credits Peter Becker, Jude Eylander, Reiner Ruf, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language German
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Africa, East -- Description and travel
Subject Ethnology -- Tanzania
Subject Ethnology -- Africa, East
Category Text
eBook-No. 72124
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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