Cannibalism...Human Sacrifice..

[drdave514]

Book:
Cannibalism, Headhunting and Human Sacrifice in North America. A History Forgotten. (A vivid account of the barbaric practices of bothe Native Americans and European explorers and colonists)
By George Franklin Feldman

$14.55 at Amazon Amazon.com: Cannibalism, Headhunting and Human Sacrifice in North America (9780911469332): George Franklin, Feldman, Hood, Alan C.: Books

$5.95 at ER Hamilton CANNIBALISM, HEADHUNTING AND HUMAN SACRIFICE IN NORTH AMERICA: A History Forgotten.

Holy Crapoly. Wow. WOW!

The most interesting book I've read in a LONG time.

[MidlandMan]

I spent many years living and working in the Venezuelan state of Amazonas and lived among many different Indiginous ethnic groups. Cannibalism often came up in conversation but only the GuaJibo (JiviJivi) admitted to it. I personally spoke with several old men who related stories of having participated in such activities including preparation process and cooking. The body was decapitated,eviscerated, and with skin on (as they still cook meat) a large rack was constructed to roast the unfortunate person over a fire. One old Jivi told me the last time for his group was a white man. The following year was with much hardship and the blame was put on the cannibalism of this person and his group gave up the practice. Several Jivi told me they had relatives that on occasion still practiced cannibalism but I was never able to verify this and believe this simply boasting. The JiviJivi (as they call themselves) were always very hospitable to me and have a long and sad history.

[drdave514]

That's interesting. I'm amazed at all of the evidence showing how common and widespread the practice was in North America. I was aware of much of the South America stuff but not about here. I'm sure people you knew were quick to dispel that history because of the negative outlook we have on it now. Thanks for the story.

[MidlandMan]

I have many stories I will relate on my adventures in the Amazon including the mass suicide of the Mapoyo Indians almost one hundred years ago.