essay

The disruption of Khoi society in the 17th century

Africa seminar: collected papers[Rondebosch, South Africa] • Published In 1983 • Pages: 257-271

By: Smith, Andrew B. (Andrew Brown).

Abstract
This paper reviews the literature on the disintegration of Khoikhoi society in the 17th century which stressed the fragile nature of Khoikhoi economic system as the main reason. It suggested a broader ecological perspective that also accounts for the effects of other reasons including psycho-sociological stress from loss of traditional pasture lands which, together with unfavorable market terms, left the Knoiknoi prone to trauma from alcoholism and epidemic disease.
Subjects
Historical reconstruction
History
Community structure
External relations
Annual cycle
Pastoral activities
Inter-ethnic relations
Mortality
Morbidity
Alcoholism and drug addiction
culture
Khoi
HRAF PubDate
2010
Region
Africa
Sub Region
Southern Africa
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem; 2008
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
1650-1800
Coverage Place
South Africa
Notes
By Andrew B. Smith
Includes bibliographical references (p. 267-269)
LCCN
80648714
LCSH
Khoisan (African people)