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Peter Wogan

Magical Writing In Salasaca

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Product details

  • ISBN 9780367316754
  • Weight: 453g
  • Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
  • Publication Date: 27 Aug 2019
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Hardback
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Description
This engaging case study of Salasaca, a village in highland Ecuador, examines indigenous beliefs about writing, such as Day of the Dead name lists, comparisons with weaving, and a witch who kills people listed in his book of names. Magical Writing in Salasaca demonstrates that these beliefs reflect extensive contact with birth certificates, baptism
About Peter Wogan
Peter Wogan is assistant professor of anthropology at Willamette University.