Abstract:Abstract:Two opposite worlds are represented in the traditionalistic discourse about the Markovo village of Chukotka: the traditional world of the older generation, and the modern world of the young people. While elders are regarded as keepers of indigenous knowledge and shamanic powers, it is thought that youngsters who are living in the present-day urbanized village have lost connection with all these things. This juxtaposition is strongly expressed in the healing narratives of the villagers. However, young … Show more
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