Source Material for the Social and Ceremonial Life of the Choctaw Indians (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

John R. Swanton

9781333667016: Source Material for the Social and Ceremonial Life of the Choctaw Indians (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1333667019 ISBN 13 : 9781333667016

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Witness a vivid Choctaw ball-play ceremony, where sport, ritual, and spectacle fuse in a night of competition and ceremony.

In this account, a large-scale ball game unfolds across a sacred ground, with two sides drawing lines of posts and hundreds of players. The match blends hand-to-hand skill, strategy, and powerful crowd energy as players chase the ball with carved sticks, under the watch of seasoned medicine-men and chanting women. The event starts with preparation, colors, and drums, then continues through long stretches of intense, communal play that can last until the next morning.

The scene is both athletic and ceremonial: players wear uniform dress, judges oversee the start, and bets and goods are staked as the game builds toward a dramatic finale. After a hard-fought victory, the winning side shares whiskey in a moment of collective relief and celebration. The description also notes the scale of participation and how such games drew villagers from far away to witness and stake their support.

A grand, all-night ball-play dance with drums, chants, and ritual preparation
A large crowd, two sides, and a high-stakes bet on the game’s outcome
Roles for medicine-men as impartial judges and ritual participants
A ceremonial close with a communal drink and signals of goodwill

Ideal for readers interested in traditional Choctaw culture, ceremonial life, and historical ethnography that captures a vivid, firsthand moment of social ritual.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1333667019
ISBN 13: 9781333667016
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 302
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Source Material for the Social and Ceremonial Life of the Choctaw Indians

John R. Swanton

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ISBN 10 : 1333667019 ISBN 13 : 9781333667016

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the rich cultural tapestry of the Choctaw Indians, a prominent Native American tribe that once thrived in the southeastern United States. Drawing upon historical accounts, oral traditions, and firsthand observations, the author meticulously reconstructs their social and ceremonial life. Readers will embark on a journey through time, exploring the Choctaw's origin legend, their complex social organization, and their unique customs surrounding marriage, childbirth, and death. The book sheds light on their political structure, religious beliefs, and fascinating dances and ceremonies. Through vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, the author illuminates the Choctaw's deep connection to their land, their reverence for their ancestors, and their enduring cultural identity. This book offers a profound understanding of a people who have played a significant role in American history, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of the Southeast. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781333667016_0

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