Book
The Mikasuki Seminole: medical beliefs and practices
University Microfilms International • Ann Arbor, Mich. • Published In 1989 • Pages:
By: Sturtevant, William C..
Abstract
This is a fairly comprehensive study of Seminole medical lore and practices, focusing on herbal remedies and magic. Magic includes the songs and rituals surrounding the preparation of herbal concoctions, which are then applied topically or drunk. An extensive catalogue of Seminole ethnobotany is included in the appendix.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2003
- Region
- North America
- Sub Region
- Eastern Woodlands
- Document Type
- Book
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Ethnologist
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Ian Skoggard ; 2001
- Field Date
- 1950-1953
- Coverage Date
- 1880-1953
- Coverage Place
- south Florida, United States
- Notes
- William C. Sturtevant
- UM67-11,355
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 518-538)
- Thesis (Ph.D.) -- Yale University, 1955
- LCSH
- Seminole Indians