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Malana: The Political System of a Himalayan Community

Colin Rosser
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Genre: Social Science, Politics & Society
Language: English
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“a lost classic of the ethnographic village studies genre” — Dr Richard Axelby

Explore the captivating world of Malana through the lens of Colin Rosser’s seminal work, ‘Malana: the Political System of a Himalayan Community.’ Originally presented as a PhD dissertation in 1956 at the SOAS, University of London, this book unveils the intricate social and political fabric of Malana, a ‘hermit’ village in the Himalayas.

Rosser’s thorough exploration, based on twenty-one months of fieldwork between 1951 and 1952, challenges stereotypes associated with the then isolated community of Malana. His initial impressions, published in 1952, hinted at Malana’s uniqueness, but it is his comprehensive PhD thesis, unpublished until now, that provides a rich tapestry of empirical details. This long-awaited publication, now made accessible with help from Colin Rosser’s sons, Jon and the late Vivian Rosser, is “a lost classic of the ethnographic village studies genre”.

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About the Author

Colin Rosser, born into a mining family in south Wales in 1926, carved an indelible legacy as a scholar, explorer, and visionary in the realms of anthropology and development planning. His remarkable journey unfolded against the backdrop of World War II, where he served as a Gurkha officer in India—a pivotal experience that ignited a lifelong passion for the Himalayas.

A distinguished graduate with First Class Honours in Archaeology and Anthropology from the University of Cambridge in 1950, Rosser embarked on an academic odyssey that left an enduring mark. His dedication to understanding the sociological dynamics of Malana village in the Kullu Valley resulted in a groundbreaking dissertation submitted in 1956—an unparalleled account of the community’s political and social organization that remains a touchstone in anthropological literature related to the region.

Joining the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London, Rosser contributed significantly to the SOAS expedition...

Book Details

ISBN: 9788195363698
Publisher: Tharah Kardu
Number of Pages: 282
Dimensions: 6.00"x9.00"
Interior Pages: B&W
Binding: Paperback (Perfect Binding)
Availability: In Stock (Print on Demand)

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