Ethnographic glimpse into central India’s tribes and their customs
This edition compiles field notes and narrative passages about the aboriginal peoples of the Central Provinces. It presents detailed glimpses of Gond, Mades, Gonds, Kol-Thor, and related groups, including traditional ceremonies, marriage rites, social customs, and village life. The material blends ritual description with insights into kinship, food practices, and the living history of these communities as observed in the 19th century.
- Read about marriage ceremonies, feast rituals, and the role of music and dance in community life
- Learn how different groups organize social structure, attire, and daily practices
- Explore notes on landscape, settlement patterns, and the movement of tribes across regions
- Gain historical context for how these communities relate to neighboring groups and colonial-era perspectives
Ideal for readers of ethnography, colonial-era field notes, and documents describing tribal life in central India.