A Journey in Southern Siberia - Jeremiah Curtin - Bog

""A Journey in Southern Siberia: The Mongols Their Religion and Their Myths"" is a travelogue written by Jeremiah Curtin, an American linguist and folklorist, detailing his experiences and observations during his travels through southern Siberia in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the Mongols, their religion, and their myths, providing an insight into their way of life, customs, and beliefs. Curtin's account is based on his interactions with the local population, including shamans and Buddhist monks, and his study of their language and literature. The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of Mongol culture, including their history, social organization, religious practices, and mythology. It also includes illustrations and maps to help readers visualize the places and people described in the book. ""A Journey in Southern Siberia"" offers a unique perspective on a little-known region and culture, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in anthropology, folklore, or travel writing.1909. Jeremiah Curtin was a linguist and folk tale collector. Contents: The Mongols; My Journey to the Buriats; A Walk and Talk with Andrei Mihailovich; The Horse Sacrifice; Annoying Delays; A Search for Old Men who Know Mongol Folklore; A Birthday in Siberia; Customs of the Buriats; Origin of Shamans; The Gods of the Buriats; and Mongol Myths and Folklore. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.