The World's Rim - Great Mysteries of the North American Indians by Hartley Burr Alexander
Philosopher, poet and anthropologist Hartley Burr Alexander (1873-1939) united all his talents and sympathies in the writing of this posthumously published work. It is a series of studies in a field in which he was eminently qualified: certain ceremonies and ritual conceptions, "dramatic mysteries," of the North American Indians. Their wider interpretations, in terms of a philosophy of religious culture, shows the Indian heritage and achievement at its best. In rich, vivid and intensely poetic language, the author conveys the Indian understanding of "the dynamic particularity of men's lives," and gives new emphasis and meaning to the phrase, "a common humanity."
This paperback is in good condition with slight imperfections to the cover. Pages in very good condition.
ISBN 10: 0486406709 / ISBN 13: 9780486406701
Publisher: Dover Publications, Inc.
Publication Date: 1999
