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Synopsis A tropical land hidden in rain and mist, a place where life and legend intertwine, a society dominated by age-old customs and beliefs, a people who till recently had little or no contact with the outside world, a region known as Arunachal Pradesh. Called the land of 'unknown savages' by early explorers, Arunachal’s tribal society and traduitional culture has undergone rapied transformation since India's Independence. As modernization sweeps through the land, concerted efforts need to be made to proctect and preserve the state’s tribal culture and its vast green forests.

The indescribable loveliness of this landscape is unveiled in this beautifully illustrated book, revealing a people who, snice life began, have lived in complete harmony with their unique environment. The book also attempts to document the rich oral tradition of the various tribes of this fascinating, forbidden land.

The stunning hues of this magical landscape and the remarkable lives of its people, all depicted in a manner which has neve been done before.