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REPRINT 2009 of 1891 edition. John C. Bourke was Captain of the U.S. Third Cavalry, and an author of several books. Perhaps he is most famous for On the Border with Crook, published in 1891. Scatalogic Rites of All Nations is a curious and fascinating treatise on the employment of excrementitious agents in religion, therapeutics, divination, and witchcraft in all parts of the world. Included are such exotic chapters as "The Urine Dance of the Zunis," "The employment of Excrement in Food by Savage Tribes," "Posture in Latrines," and dozens of other titles.

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John Gregory Bourke's 'Scatalogic Rites of All Nations' is a groundbreaking exploration of the fascinating and often taboo subject of scatalogical practices and beliefs across different cultures. Bourke delves deep into the historical and anthropological contexts of these rites, providing a scholarly analysis of their significance and evolution. Written in a clear and detailed prose, the book offers a comprehensive look at an aspect of human behavior that is often overlooked in academic literature, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in cultural studies or folklore. Bourke's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for those seeking to expand their understanding of the diversity of human customs and beliefs. John Gregory Bourke, a renowned United States Army officer and ethnologist, draws on his extensive fieldwork and interactions with various indigenous tribes to shed light on the customs and rituals discussed in the book. His firsthand experiences and keen observations lend credibility to his analysis, making 'Scatalogic Rites of All Nations' a unique and insightful work in the field of anthropology. I highly recommend 'Scatalogic Rites of All Nations' to readers interested in cultural anthropology, folklore, or the diversity of human customs. Bourke's in-depth study of scatalogical rites offers a thought-provoking and informative journey through the lesser-known aspects of human culture, enriching the reader's understanding of the complexities of human behavior and belief systems.

Excerpt from Scatalogic Rites of All Nations: A Dissertation Upon the Employment of Excrementitious Remedial Agents in Religion, Therapeutics, Divination, Witchcraft, Love-Philters, Etc., In All Parts of the Globe The philosopher Boyle is credited with the paternity of a work which appeared over the signature B, bearing upon the same topic. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.