Length11h 11m
About this audiobook
In 'Pygmies & Papuans' by A. F. R. Wollaston, the author explores the lives and cultures of the indigenous people of the African rainforest and the islands of Papua New Guinea. Wollaston's writing style is immersive and descriptive, offering a detailed and insightful glimpse into the traditions, beliefs, and daily lives of these fascinating communities. The book is both an anthropological study and a travelogue, rich in ethnographic detail and historical context, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of cultural studies. A. F. R. Wollaston, a renowned explorer and anthropologist, draws on his firsthand experiences and observations to create a vivid and engaging portrait of the Pygmies and Papuans. His passion for understanding different cultures and his dedication to preserving their stories shine through in his writing, making 'Pygmies & Papuans' a testament to his commitment to cultural preservation and appreciation. I highly recommend 'Pygmies & Papuans' to anyone interested in anthropology, cultural studies, or the diversity of human experience. Wollaston's detailed research and compassionate storytelling make this book a compelling and enlightening read for anyone curious about the lives of these indigenous communities.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length11 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Central Eskimo (Illustrated)
2INTRODUCTION
3CHAPTER I
4CHAPTER II
5CHAPTER III
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6CHAPTER IV
7CHAPTER V
8CHAPTER VI
9CHAPTER VII
10CHAPTER VIII
11CHAPTER IX
12CHAPTER X
13CHAPTER XI
14CHAPTER XII
15CHAPTER XIII
16CHAPTER XIV
17CHAPTER XV
18CHAPTER XVI
19CHAPTER XVII
20CHAPTER XVIII
21APPENDIX A
22TABLE SHOWING THE NUMBER OF SPECIES COLLECTED AND THE FAMILIES TO WHICH THEY BELONG
23FAMILY CORVIDAÆ—CROWS.
24FAMILY PARADISEIDÆ—BIRDS-OF-PARADISE AND BOWER-BIRDS.
25FAMILY EULABETIDÆ—TREE-STARLINGS.
26FAMILY DICRURIDÆ—DRONGOS.
27FAMILY ORIOLIDÆ—ORIOLES.
28FAMILY PLOCEIDÆ—WEAVER-BIRDS.
29FAMILY MOTACILLIDÆ—WAGTAILS.
30FAMILY MELIPHAGIDÆ—HONEY-EATERS.
31FAMILY NECTARINIIDÆ—SUN-BIRDS.
32FAMILY DICÆIDÆ—FLOWER-PECKERS.
33FAMILY ZOSTEROPIDÆ—WHITE-EYES.
34FAMILY LANIIDÆ—SHRIKES.
35FAMILY PRIONOPIDÆ—WOOD-SHRIKES.
36FAMILY ARTAMIDÆ—SWALLOW-SHRIKES.
37FAMILY TIMELIIDÆ—BABBLERS.
38FAMILY CAMPOPHAGIDÆ—CUCKOO-SHRIKES.
39FAMILY MUSCICAPIDÆ—FLYCATCHERS.
40FAMILY HIRUNDINIDÆ—SWALLOWS.
41FAMILY PITTIDÆ—PITTAS OR ANT-THRUSHES.
42FAMILY CUCULIDÆ—CUCKOOS.
43FAMILY CYPSELIDÆ—SWIFTS.
44FAMILIES CAPRIMULGIDÆ AND PODARGIDÆ—NIGHTJARS AND FROG-MOUTHS.
45FAMILY BUCEROTIDÆ—HORNBILLS.
46FAMILY MEROPIDÆ—BEE-EATERS.
47FAMILY CORACIIDÆ—ROLLERS.
48FAMILY ALCEDINIDÆ—KINGFISHERS.
49FAMILIES PSITTACIDÆ AND LORIIDÆ—PARROTS AND LORIES.
50FAMILIES BUBONIDÆ AND STRIGIDÆ—WOOD-OWLS AND BARN-OWLS.
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