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Hungry Lightning: Notes of a Woman Anthropologist in Venezuela,New
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A young student of anthropology receives an offer she can't refuse: the chance to live among the Pum, a South American huntingandgathering people who call the tropical Venezuelan savannah home. During their time in the village of Doro An, the author and the principal researcher study a vanishing way of life in which cash money, the written word, automobiles, and airplanes are rare and frightening intrusions.Adopted into a Pum family, Yu's informal and personal accounts of events during her two year stay sparkle with descriptive flourishes and turns of phrase as she describes the daily cycles of birth, growth, romance, sickness, healing, and death among the villagers. Enlivened with the author's own illustrations, Yu's journal entries seek to present through a young American's eyes a sketch of her Pum family, their heroic struggle to survive in a changing world, and the power and mystery of the Pum way of life.'In Hungry Lightning we glimpse haunting fragments of life among the Pum Indians. We find an intimate, deeply femininebut eversoslightly jaded and strangely melancholicvoice savoring the tastes and smells of life lived in the Venezuelan savanna. A complexly sensual portrait.'Barbara Tedlock
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- Q: What is 'Hungry Lightning' about? A: 'Hungry Lightning' is a memoir by anthropologist Pei-Lin Yu, detailing her two-year experience living with the Pumé people in Venezuela. The book captures their unique way of life, including their struggles and cultural practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hungry Lightning'? A: The author of 'Hungry Lightning' is Pei-Lin Yu, an anthropologist who shares her personal experiences and observations from her time among the Pumé people.
- Q: What is the format and condition of the book? A: 'Hungry Lightning' is available as a paperback edition and is listed as a used book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'Hungry Lightning' have? A: 'Hungry Lightning' contains 252 pages, providing an in-depth look at the author's experiences and insights.
- Q: When was 'Hungry Lightning' published? A: 'Hungry Lightning' was published on September 1, 1997.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Hungry Lightning'? A: The book explores themes of cultural identity, survival, and the impact of modernization on traditional lifestyles, as well as personal experiences related to family and community among the Pumé.
- Q: Is there any artwork in 'Hungry Lightning'? A: Yes, 'Hungry Lightning' is enlivened with the author's own illustrations, which complement her journal entries and enhance the storytelling.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Hungry Lightning'? A: 'Hungry Lightning' is available in its first edition.
- Q: How is the writing style of 'Hungry Lightning'? A: The writing style of 'Hungry Lightning' is described as intimate and personal, featuring descriptive flourishes that vividly portray life among the Pumé people.
- Q: Can 'Hungry Lightning' be used as a resource for anthropology studies? A: Yes, 'Hungry Lightning' can serve as a valuable resource for anthropology studies, offering firsthand insights into the lifestyle and culture of the Pumé people, making it relevant for both students and professionals in the field.