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Shamanism Defined

The practice of identifying special individuals (shamans) who will interact with spirits for the benefit of the community. Characteristic of the Korean kingdoms of the early medieval period and of early societies of Central Asia. (p. 292)

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'Economic hit man' to speak at UW-EC

Published December 1, 2008, 10:07 pm, Leader-Telegram

John Perkins, best-selling author of "Confessions of an Economic Hit Man," will discuss his plan for a sustainable and stable world during a lecture Monday at UW-Eau Claire.

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Child's cancer treatment spans two worlds

Published November 30, 2008, 2:27 am, Anchorage Daily News

In a community where many are poor and uneasy with English-speaking culture, some view doctors with suspicion, as expensive and alien. For them, a shaman may function as a primary health care practitioner, a choice of tradition over science that can turn deadly when an illness grows serious.

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Child's cancer treatment spans two worlds

Published November 30, 2008, 1:35 am, Anchorage Daily News

First came the problem with the stairs. Ryan Lee's older sisters noticed right away.

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