The Todas

The Todas is a book written by W. H. R. Rivers, a British anthropologist, and was first published in 1906. This anthropological work focuses on the Toda people, a small indigenous community living in the Nilgiri Hills of Southern India. The Todas are known for their distinctive culture, customs, and way of life. In this book, W. H. R. Rivers provides a comprehensive ethnographic study of the Toda people, their social organization, religious beliefs, rituals, kinship systems, and daily life. He conducted extensive fieldwork and research among the Todas, which allowed him to provide insights into their unique cultural practices.The Todas is considered a valuable ethnographic work, offering a detailed and insightful look into the lives and customs of this unique indigenous group. It remains a significant contribution to the field of anthropology and the study of South Asian tribal cultures.