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The Djuka civilization

Netherlands' journal of sociology • 20-2 • Published In 1984 • Pages: 85-97

By: Thoden van Velzen, H. U. E..

Abstract
In this article, Thoden van Velzen, uses the Ndyuka data to critique Norbert Elias's theory regarding the relationship between centralized authority and civilization. According to Elias, the control over emotional life and regulation of social relationships increases with social complexity. Thoden van Velzen argues that the Ndyuka also display courtly manners and possess emotional self-control despite living in an 'uncomplicated' society with no central authority. He attributes this behavior in Ndyuka's matrilineal and polygynous society to the often conflicting claims various kin groups and villages have on adult males, and the need for men to negotiate with finesse their variable status.
Subjects
Ethos
Etiquette
Residence
Kin relationships
Lineages
Clans
culture
Ndyuka
HRAF PubDate
1999
Region
South America
Sub Region
Amazon and Orinoco
Document Type
article
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Ian Skoggard ; 1997
Field Date
1961-1981
Coverage Date
1760-1980
Coverage Place
Suriname
Notes
H. U. E. Thoden van Velzen
Includes bibliographical references (p. 96-97)
LCCN
83641806
LCSH
Djuka people