The Sexual Life of Savages in North-Western Melanesia: An Ethnographic Account of Courtship, Marriage, and Family Life Among the Natives of the Trobriand Islands in British New Guinea
Malinowski, Bronislaw; Ellis, Havelock (pref.)
London: Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1968. 3rd ed., 7th ptg.
506 pp.; 22.5 x 15 x 4 cm.
Hardcover (near fine); Dust jacket (very good)

Handsome later reprint of the landmark 1929 study of sexuality in Melanesian society. Malinowski's detailed account of the matrilineal society of the Trobriand Islanders is beautifully illustrated with a numerous black and white plate photographs. Copy is in near fine condition. Absolutely minimal wear to the maroon cloth boards. Interior is clean and unmarked. Dust jacket is very good.Price-clipping to the front flap, but else in excellent shape with minimal wear. Wrapped in protective plastic. Due to the size and weight of this book, additional shipping charges will be required.