Tsewa's Gift: Magic and Meaning in an Amazonian Society (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780817353643)

Discover the spiritual threads that bind Amazonian life and culture.

Tsewa's Gift is a profound exploration of the cultural and spiritual life of the indigenous peoples of the Peruvian Amazon. Anthropologist Michael F. Brown delves into the concept of tsewa, a spiritual force central to the worldview of the Aguaruna people, revealing how this belief system shapes social relationships, moral obligations, and the exchange of gifts. Through vivid ethnographic detail and thoughtful analysis, Brown examines the intersection of ritual, reciprocity, and cosmology, offering readers a nuanced understanding of how indigenous communities navigate identity, power, and meaning in a rapidly changing world. This book is an essential resource for scholars of anthropology, religion, and Latin American studies, as well as anyone seeking insight into the complexities of cultural resilience and adaptation.