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Routledge Mambila Divination: Framing Questions, Constructing Answers

Name: Routledge Mambila Divination: Framing Questions, Constructing Answers
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Mambila Divination: Framing Questions, Constructing Answers provides a deep look into the study of divination through long-term fieldwork with the Mambila people in Cameroon. Part of the Routledge Studies in Anthropology series, this book shifts the analytical focus from the diviners to the perspectives of the clients. By examining the specific questions asked and the life histories of those seeking guidance, David Zeitlyn offers a fresh way to understand how these practices function in real life. This work is built on a massive corpus of more than 600 cases, allowing for a thorough reconsideration of existing theories regarding divination. The text compares Mambila spider divination with related systems found in the surrounding region to provide broader context. Using conversational analytic principles, the book presents a detailed case study that examines the mechanics of these interactions. It is a significant resource for students and researchers interested in social sciences, anthropology, and the practical application of divinatory systems.

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Based on extensive fieldwork with the Mambila people in Cameroon to provide authentic anthropological insights.

Analyzes more than 600 individual cases to offer a broad and data-driven perspective on divination practices.

Shifts the focus to the client perspective by studying the specific questions asked and their personal life histories.

Compares Mambila spider divination with similar regional systems to establish wider cultural connections.

Utilizes conversational analytic principles to conduct a detailed and rigorous case study analysis.

Part of the Routledge Studies in Anthropology series for academic and professional research use.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0367199505
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 12 March 2020
Listed Since: 01 November 2019

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