Divinity and Experience: The Religion of the Dinka

Lienhardt, Reader In Social Anthropology Godfrey

ISBN 10: 0198231199 / ISBN 13: 9780198231196

Published by Oxford University Press, United Kingdom, 1976

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HARDCOVER. Oxford University Press, United Kingdom, 1976 Forth edition Octavo in English x, 328 pages. Original dark grey cloth binding with gilt lettering and publishers devise on spine. Buff dustjacket with burgundy lettering to cover and spine. List of plates, list of figures, Introduction, 2 parts containing 8 chapters. Index at rear. Book in near fine condition with owner's name on front pastedown endpaper and some light pencil underling easily erasable. Price-clipped Dustjacket near fine with some overall wear. See photographs. Book 4649 location 1-5.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Divinity and Experience: The Religion of the Dinka
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, United Kingdom
• Publication Date: 1976
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198231199
• ISBN 13: 9780198231196
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 4th Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 670 grams
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Synopsis

This study of the religion of Southern Sudan's Dinka people is now considered a minor classic of social anthropology. Lienhardt examines the complex meanings of divine imagery and relates these to the Dinkas' experience of life and death. From the role of priests to the translation of hymns, prayers, and myths, Lienhardt provides an unparalleled analysis and interpretation of this Sudanese religion.