Cannibalism is an acquired taste
Subtitle: and other notes from conversations with anthropologist Omer C. Stewart
By: compiled and edited by Carol L. Howell.
Contributors: Stewart, Omer Call, 1908-
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Niwot, Colo
Language: eng
Number of pages: 219
Subjects: Stewart, Omer Call, 1908-; Anthropologists -- Colorado -- Biography.; Indians of North America -- Religion.; Peyotism -- United States.; Applied anthropology -- United States.
Description: Omer Stewart is most noted for his career-long study of the Peyote religion. Carol L. Howell weaves together taped interviews with Stewart; excerpts from his letters, notes, and papers; and recollections of family members and others. The result is a fascinating sketch not only of Omer Stewart as a person but also of his contributions to the field of anthropology and the academic and social milieu in which he participated. A must for anthropologists and anyone interested in the art of biography.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.