{"title":"Julian Jacobs","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Julian Jacobs, a celebrated author known for his captivating contributions to Travel \u0026amp; Adventure literature. Jacobs masterfully weaves tales that transport readers to distant lands, offering a mesmerising fusion of exploration and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the highlights of this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Nagas\u003c\/em\u003e, a riveting journey that delves into the rich cultural tapestry and enigmatic landscapes of its setting. Jacobs' prose not only paints vivid pictures of geographic wonders but also delves deeply into the nuances of the people and traditions he encounters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJulian Jacobs excels in crafting narratives that invite the reader to embark on adventures brimming with discovery and insight. Whether you are an armchair traveller yearning for vicarious experiences or a seeker of genuine inspiration for your own adventures, Jacobs’ works promise to both inform and enthral.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-nagas-by-julian-jacobs-9780500970294","title":"The Nagas","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the years before Indian Independence in 1947, the Nagas of Northeast India came to exemplify an exotic society. Peoples of the Hills, radically different in culture and beliefs from the better-known Hindu peoples of the plains, they were renowned for their fierce resistance to British rule and for their former practice of head-taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough sharing many social and cultural traits, such as feast-giving as a means of acquiring status, the thousands of small Naga villages, perched on isolated hill spurs, seemed often to be very different from each other. They adopted different political systems, ranging from the egalitarian to the autocratic, and spoke more than a dozen mutually unintelligible languages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAppearing to be both one people and many tribes, the Nagas displayed both unity and diversity in their dress and ornament. Their vibrant material culture is generously illustrated in \u003cem\u003eThe Nagas\u003c\/em\u003e in colour photographs that display their textiles, basketry, jewellery, weapons, metalwork, and carvings. The artefacts are examined in their full historical and anthropological context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on a diverse range of historical materials, an examination of how the notion of tribes came to be applied to the Nagas is linked to its subsequent importance in the development of contemporary Naga nationalism. A wealth of documentary field photographs complements this fascinating look at the Naga peoples of Northeast India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47072377897196,"sku":"9780500970294","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9523803482366.jpg?v=1765100016"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/julian-jacobs.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}