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Shamans and Religion

An Anthropological Exploration in Critical Thinking

by Alice Beck Kehoe

Kehoe argues that the concept of 'shamanism' has been misused, especially when applied to Native American religions. She critiques Eliade, Harner and Castaneda and calls for careful, culture-specific study. A short and pointed work.

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