The Forest People Colin M Turnbull Pygmies of the Congo Anthropology Book 1961
The Forest People: A Study of the Pygmies of the Congo by Colin M. Turnbull is a classic anthropological work that offers a deep, personal look at the BaMbuti people. Published as a Touchstone Book by Simon and Schuster, this paperback edition explores the customs, ceremonies, and daily lives of the BaMbuti through the eyes of a young anthropologist who lived by among them for three years. The narrative blends rigorous fieldwork with a compelling, descriptive style, making it a foundational text for students of sociology and anthropology as well as general readers interested in world cultures. This copy shows some shelf wear and minor markings on the page edges consistent with its age.