Rough Notes On The Anga'mi Na'ga's And Their Language
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About Reproduction
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Painting Description
"Rough Notes On The Anga'mi Na'ga's And Their Language" is a seminal work authored by Henry Captain Butler, an officer in the British Indian Army, during the late 19th century. This ethnographic and linguistic study provides a detailed account of the Angami Naga, an indigenous tribe residing in the northeastern part of India, particularly in the present-day state of Nagaland. Butler's work is one of the earliest comprehensive attempts to document the culture, customs, and language of the Angami Naga people, offering invaluable insights into their way of life during a period of significant colonial influence and change.
The book is structured to cover various aspects of the Angami Naga society, including their social structure, religious practices, and daily activities. Butler meticulously records the tribe's traditional customs, such as their unique methods of agriculture, headhunting practices, and intricate system of governance. His observations are enriched by his direct interactions with the Angami Naga, providing a first-hand perspective that is both informative and engaging.
One of the most significant contributions of Butler's work is its linguistic component. He offers a detailed analysis of the Angami Naga language, including its phonetics, grammar, and vocabulary. This linguistic documentation is particularly valuable, given the oral nature of the Angami Naga's linguistic tradition and the lack of written records at the time. Butler's efforts in this regard have laid the groundwork for subsequent linguistic and anthropological studies of the region.
"Rough Notes On The Anga'mi Na'ga's And Their Language" remains a critical resource for historians, anthropologists, and linguists interested in the cultural and linguistic heritage of the Naga tribes. Despite its colonial context, Butler's work is appreciated for its thoroughness and the depth of its ethnographic detail, making it a cornerstone in the study of northeastern India's indigenous communities.
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