Book

Lepcha, my vanishing tribe

Sterling PublishersNew Delhi • Published In 1987 • Pages:

By: Foning, A. R..

Abstract
Foning reminisces about his people and culture. Originally the Lepcha organized themselves by clans and practiced swidden cultivation in the mountains of eastern Nepal, Sikkim, western Bhutan and the northern point of the Indian province of West Bengal. Since the 17th century this country was occupied at different times by Tibetans, Bhutanese, the British, and Indians, who each left their mark on Lepcha culture and society. Foning tries to present the cultural past and heart of the Lepchas. He focuses on language, religious ritual and ceremonies, myths, tales, literature, and the character of his people. Lepcha life in the late 20th century varies according to where one lives (Bhutan, India, Nepal, or Sikkim), which religion one follows (Buddhism, Hindu, Christianity), one's level of education, and occupation.
Subjects
History and culture change
External relations
Religious beliefs
Ecclesiastical organization
Ideas about nature and people
culture
Lepcha
HRAF PubDate
2003
Region
Asia
Sub Region
Central Asia
Document Type
Book
Evaluation
Creator Type
Indigenous Person
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Ian Skoggard ; 2001
Field Date
1938-1984
Coverage Date
1642-1984
Coverage Place
Bhutan, India (West Bengal and Sikkim), and Nepal(Ilam)
Notes
A.R. Foning
Includes index
LCCN
87905103
LCSH
Lepcha (South Asian people)