Warfare and Shamanism in Amazonia

Discover the intriguing world of the Parakanã, an indigenous people of Amazonia, in Warfare and Shamanism in Amazonia by Carlos Fausto. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2014, this comprehensive ethnographic study spans 370 pages, offering a deep dive into the rich social life and customs of the Parakanã, who reside in the Xingu–Tocantins interfluve of Pará, Brazil.

Fausto meticulously examines the profound links between warfare and shamanism in Parakanã society, illuminating how these elements have shaped their identity from the late nineteenth century to the end of the twentieth century. This compelling narrative provides valuable insights for readers interested in the complexities of indigenous cultures in South America, religion, and anthropology. Grounded in meticulous research, Fausto's work invites you to explore the dynamics of a little-known but fascinating community in the heart of the Amazon.