Sympathetic Magic of the Ainu - The Native People of Japan (Folklore History Series)

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John Batchelor

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An insightful look into the culture, religion, and magic of the native people of Japan: the Ainu. John Batchelor gives a first-hand account of the Ainu people who are indigenous to the Northern Japanese island Hokkaido. Having been sent as a Christian missionary to the community, Batchelor details the Ainu religion and culture. He describes their animistic rituals and their belief that all things, including nature, animals, and objects, possess a godly spirit. First published in 1901. This volume features the following chapters: - The Nature of Witchcraft - The Use of the Fox and Bird's Skulls - External Methods of Bewitching

Release date Australia

November 23rd, 2022

Author

John Batchelor

Audience

General (US: Trade)

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140x216x6

ISBN-13

9781528772440

Product ID

36290738

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