Haunted by the archaic shaman: Himalayan Jhākris and the discourse on shamanism

From Siberia to Nepal : the discourse on shamanism -- Jhākris and other intercessors : the problems of defining shamanism -- Myths, narratives, and ethnography : clues for the origins of the Jhākri -- Seized by spirits : the Jhākri's calling, initiation, and training -- Ornaments and instrument...

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Main Author: Sidky, H. 1956- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Lanham, MD Lexington Books 2008
In:Year: 2008
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Nepal / Shamanism
Further subjects:B Nepal Religion
B Shamanism Nepal
B Nepal Social life and customs