Encyclopedia of Native American Healing

This compelling volume explores the various aspects of Native American healing found cross-culturally in North America, including Canadian and Inuit cultures. In Encyclopedia of Native American Healing , the extensive entries span topics such as renowned healers throughout history in the various cultures; societies and divisions into which healers were categorized; sacred objects employed in healing rituals and how each was used; the different types of healing ceremonies conducted; plants used to increase healing powers; symbolic motifs used in healing rituals; major concepts that form the healing traditions; and major scholars of Native American healing.This reference work will appeal to the interested layperson as well as students of Native American cultures.>

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: William S Lyon, William S. Lyon, Lyon William S.
• Edition: Abc Clio Press
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre Relié
• Sortie: 01.12.1996
• EAN: 9780874368529
• ISBN: 978-0-87436-852-9
• Pages: 373
• Catégories: Livres de conseils > Spiritualité > Esotérique; Sciences naturelles, médecine, informatique, technique > Médecine > Médecine globale; Sciences sociales, droit, économie > Sociologie > Théories sociologiques; Psychology, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Ethnic Studies / General, Health & personal development, Race and Ethnicity: American Indian Studies