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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 activitie...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 r...