Maria Czaplicka
Polish cultural anthropologist studying Siberia
Born
October 25th, 1884
140 years ago
Died
1921
104 years ago — 37 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Poland
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Born in 1884, a Polish cultural anthropologist focused on the indigenous cultures of Siberia. She studied and documented the lives and customs of various Siberian peoples, emphasizing shamanism and folklore. Czaplicka was one of the first female anthropologists and travelled extensively in her research. In 1914, she published 'Among the Samoyeds', detailing her experiences and findings in Siberia. The work highlighted the social structures and spiritual beliefs of the Samoyed people, contributing significantly to anthropological literature.
Published 'Among the Samoyeds' in 1914
Conducted fieldwork among Siberian indigenous groups
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