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The Bororó Indians of Matto Grosso, Brazilessay 1907 • Cook, William Azel
Bororo • South America > Eastern South America
This is a very short account on a visit to eight Bororo settlements. Descriptions are mainly on household, funeral ceremonies, religious beliefs, and a naming ceremony....Through the wilderness of Brazil by horse, canoe and floatbook chapter 1909 • Cook, William Azel
Bororo • South America > Eastern South America
This account by a protestant missionary contains many interesting observations on a broad range of topics. These include topography, flora and fauna, settlement patterns, subsistence activities, especially hunting and fishing, food and eating pattern...Through the wildernesses of Brazil by horse, canoe and floatbook chapter 1909 • Cook, William Azel
Karajá • South America > Eastern South America
This source provides information on the natural environment in a travelogue style. It is noted how caution is required in approaching Karajá settlements so as not to be mistaken for an enemy raiding party. Although not clearly indicated, most observa...