Synopses & Reviews
A valuable new work for readers interested in both primitive and world religions. This book examines and compares the religious beliefs of four major groups of non-literate peoples. Focusing on oral societies in North America, South America, Africa, and Australia. The book describes prevailing myths and ceremonies within each group, as well as their views of nature, society, self, and divinity.
Table of Contents
Preface.
1. Introduction.
2. Native North Americans.
3. Natives of Central and South America.
4. Native Africans.
5. Native Australians.
6. Conclusion.