Evolution of Human Societies Through Cultural Practices and Artifacts
Explore the progression of human civilization from hunting and gathering to agriculture and horticulture, and the development of science, religion, and magic. Discover how different social approaches, such as social evolutionist and functionalist perspectives, shape our understanding of cultural evolution. Delve into the rich artistic traditions of indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast, Viking ships, and figureheads depicting deities and mythical creatures. Uncover the intricate carvings and totem poles that highlight unique cultural expressions.
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H&G Horticulture ----------------- --------- Agriculture (civilized) | | / | | / | | / | | / | | / | | / | | / | |/ Horticulture (barbarians) | / | / | / | / | / | / | /Hunting and gathering (savagery)
Science (Manipulation) | Religion (Supplication) | Magic (Manipulation)
Science (Manipulation) | Religion (Supplication) | Magic (Manipulation) Social Evolutionist Approach ______________________________________________ | \ / | | \ / | | \ / | | MAGIC \ SCIENCE / RELIGION | | \ / | | \ / | | \ / | |____________________\______/__________________| Malinowski Functionalist Approach
Map showing the location of some of the indigenous peoples of the Northwest Coast of Canada and the United States. These peoples are known for their elaborate art work especially in carving. They are probably best known for their totem poles.
Canoes from the Northwest Coast
Some figures on Viking ships
Figureheads showing Poseidon/Neptune, god of the ocean and other sea spirits
The Flying Dutchman often described as being a black ship with red sails, colors often associated with Satanism!
This is part of Chilote mythology. Chilote refers to people who live on Chilo Archipelagooff the southern tip of Chile. A strongly maritime culture, there is a rich mythology about the sea. The mythology is very syncretic mixing indigenous stories with those of the conquistadores. This ship is thought to be both conscious and sentient. There are many versions of the story But most deal with people who drowned at sea being on board as guests at a party or serving as crew members
