Gennep, Arnold van. 1873-1957,

The Rites of Passage / Arnold van Gennep; translated by Monika B. Vizedom and Gabrielle L. Caffee; with a new introduction by David I. Kertzer - Second edition. - xlvi, 198 pages ; 21cm

Originally published in France, 1909 as: Les rites de passage.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

The classification of rites -- The territorial passage -- Individuals and groups -- Pregnancy and childbirth -- Birth and childhood -- Initiation rites -- Betrothal and marriage -- Funerals -- Other types of rites of passage.

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Rites and ceremonies