The Meitheis (Classic Reprint)

Discover the Meithei people of Manipur through an accessible ethnographic study that blends detail with context.

This thorough examination covers where the Meitheis live, how their society is organized, and the beliefs and customs that shape daily life. It brings together observations on work, family, religion, ceremonies, and the language, offering a grounded view of a culture with a long history and rich traditions.

• Learn about their habitat, villages, and daily occupations.
• Explore social structure, marriage rules, land and property, and political organization.
• Understand religious life, rites, deities, and how festivals intertwine with everyday practice.
• See how traditions, folklore, and language illuminate Meithei identity.