essay

Tribes of the eastern slopes of the Bolivian Andes

Handbook of South American Indians, edited by Julian H. Steward3 • Published In 1948 • Pages: 465-485 , 4 end plates

By: Métraux, Alfred.

Abstract
This source discusses the Chiriguano (including the Chané) along with a number of other peoples occupying the eastern slopes of the Bolivian Andes. In addition to a general culture history of the Guaraní, it provides good foundational information on a wide variety of topics.
Subjects
Culture summary
External migration
History
Decorative art
Mythology
culture
Chiriguano
HRAF PubDate
2024
Region
South America
Sub Region
Southern South America
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Ethnologist
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
John Beierle ; 1965-1967
Field Date
1929
Coverage Date
1600-1929
Coverage Place
Tarija, Chiquisaca, and southwestern Santa Cruz departments, Bolivia
Notes
By Alfred Métraux
LCSH
Chiriguano Indians