“Then, too, the Ju/wa men had an inherent, almost natural bravery that everyone took entirely for granted. They hunted the world’s most dangerous game with quarter-ounce arrows, they stood off lions and dealt with strangers, all without a shred of the bravado or machismo that so characterizes the men of other societies, including ours. The Ju/wa men simply did what men do without making anything of it, and didn't even think of themselves as brave.”
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The Old Way: A Story of the First People
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Elizabeth Marshall Thomas
Elizabeth Marshall Thomas is an American author born on September 13, 1931. Her works primarily revolve around anthropology, natural observation, and the growth of children. Thomas is known for her in-depth research into African indigenous cultures, with her books 'The Call of the Wild' and 'Wild Things' enjoying great popularity among readers. more
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